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AC52 GKN

2003 Ford Fiesta

Blue Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

141,186 mi
Last recorded141,186 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Ford Fiesta64,061 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC52 GKN
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2017 141,186 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2017 141,147 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 129,653 miles

Engine bay covered with oil, engine noisey

Fail 28 Aug 2015 129,588 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed On tread (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Engine bay covered with oil, engine noisey

Pass 8 Jul 2014 118,223 miles

N/S front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 10 May 2013 106,011 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 10 May 2013 106,011 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Apr 2012 92,966 miles

Oil leak

Pass 15 Apr 2011 79,701 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Mar 2010 73,542 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 73,542 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Apr 2009 69,328 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 69,234 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

How Reliable is the Ford Fiesta?

Based on 33,753,820 MOT tests across 2,828,392 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
5,238
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,828,392
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 959,538
Brake pipe excessively corroded 870,463
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 634,942
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 563,353
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 507,195
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AC52 GKN is a 2003 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2003 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 64,061 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Ford Fiesta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 959,538 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AC52 GKN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Fiesta typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 23 years old, this Ford Fiesta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AC52 GKN registered?

AC52 GKN is a 2003 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 12 February 2003.

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