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AF54 VAU

2004 Ford Fiesta

Blue Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

228,749 mi
Last recorded228,749 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2024
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF54 VAU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2024 228,749 miles

all tyres perished

exhuast rusty

slight power steering leak at rack

windscreen cracked

Pass 24 Nov 2022 228,697 miles

exhuast rusty

various oil leaks

windscreen cracked

Pass 11 Nov 2021 226,100 miles

front and rear number plates poor condition

small crack in windscreen

various oil leaks

Pass 11 Nov 2020 222,881 miles

center exhaust rusty at joint

front and rear number plates poor condition

small crack in windscreen

Pass 2 May 2019 212,229 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 206,160 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 197,866 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 191,618 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 186,848 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 181,908 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 175,078 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 166,829 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 149,648 miles

gear oil leak

Fail 27 Jan 2011 149,648 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

gear oil leak

Pass 28 Jan 2010 132,726 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

stone chip windscreen

Pass 26 Jan 2009 108,980 miles

exhaust rusty at rear

Pass 18 Jan 2008 80,118 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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AF54 VAU is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 AF54 VAU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF54 VAU registered?

AF54 VAU is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 17 September 2004.

Is AF54 VAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF54 VAU shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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