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AO04 SBO

2007 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests28 (17 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate60.7%

Mileage

63,246 mi
Last recorded63,246 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2007 Ford Fiesta62,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO04 SBO
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 11 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 63,246 miles

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

Fail 23 Apr 2026 63,246 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 30 Apr 2025 62,704 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 29 Apr 2025 62,704 miles

Central Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 1 May 2024 61,964 miles

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage around high pressure switch pipe (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 1 May 2024 61,964 miles

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible both fitted with led (4.1.4 (c))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage around high pressure switch pipe (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 10 May 2023 59,200 miles

Nearside Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage High Pressure switch pipe (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silence to centre section joint (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 9 May 2023 59,200 miles

Fuel tank exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage High Pressure switch pipe (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Silence to centre section joint (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 12 Oct 2022 59,138 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both rear metal pipes to front corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible both headlight have hid conversions (4.1.4 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking pipe from pump to rack leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front metal pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear revers light not working

Offside Front fog light flickering

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack damp (2.1.5 (a))

all font suspension rusty

battery box under bonnet rusty

rear axle beam rusty

Pass 11 Nov 2021 55,309 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2020 52,465 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2019 50,911 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Aug 2019 50,911 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 47,878 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2018 47,878 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 44,223 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2016 40,796 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 40,796 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Mar 2016 39,232 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 17 Mar 2016 39,232 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 Mar 2015 36,364 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2014 33,462 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 33,462 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Mar 2013 30,019 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 30,014 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Mar 2012 25,558 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 21,763 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 18,528 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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AO04 SBO is a 2007 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.7%.

Across all 2007 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 62,922 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 AO04 SBO, 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 19 years old, this Ford Fiesta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AO04 SBO is a 2007 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 7 March 2007.

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