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AF04 HTJ

2004 Ford Fiesta

Green Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

117,157 mi
Last recorded117,157 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2022
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF04 HTJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2022 117,157 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear inner (5.2.3 (e))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear end (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Sep 2022 117,155 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 109,109 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Various brake pipes corroded

Fail 28 Oct 2020 109,108 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust heat shield loose

Various brake pipes corroded

Pass 21 Oct 2019 100,293 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust heat shield loose

Fail 19 Oct 2019

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 24 Oct 2018 97,336 miles

o/s rear tyre perishing

Fail 24 Oct 2018 97,336 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

o/s rear tyre perishing

Pass 25 Oct 2017 86,259 miles

Engine oil below minimum level !!!

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases BACKBOX CLAMP (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 71,154 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Oct 2016 71,154 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 63,892 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 58,752 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2014 56,167 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 56,167 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 50,870 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Feb 2012 45,976 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 40,816 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 35,412 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 30,849 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 22,236 miles

both front tyres low on tread on inner edges

Pass 16 Jul 2007 17,453 miles

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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AF04 HTJ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Green with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2004 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 64,638 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AF04 HTJ, 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 22 years old, this Ford Fiesta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF04 HTJ registered?

AF04 HTJ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 July 2004.

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