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AM53 HWG

2004 Ford Fiesta

Green Petrol 1400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

56,064 mi
Last recorded56,064 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM53 HWG
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,400cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 56,064 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2025 56,002 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 48,767 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

steering rack bushes slightly worn

steering rack noisy

Fail 20 Sep 2024 48,766 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

steering rack bushes slightly worn

steering rack noisy

Pass 22 Sep 2023 43,297 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 22 Sep 2023 43,297 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Position lamp not working both fronts (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 31,238 miles

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Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 26,756 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2021 26,756 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 24,038 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 21,971 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2019 21,971 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 17,732 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2018 17,732 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Mar 2017 15,217 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 14,848 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 14,602 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 14,392 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 13,302 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 10,725 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 10,114 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 9,020 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 8,102 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 7,524 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 6,189 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 5,428 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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AM53 HWG is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Green with a 1,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 AM53 HWG, 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 AM53 HWG registered?

AM53 HWG is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 10 March 2004.

Is AM53 HWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM53 HWG shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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