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AV54 FWE

2004 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

79,649 mi
Last recorded79,649 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV54 FWE
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 79,649 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Oct 2025 79,649 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Oct 2024 78,124 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2023 77,171 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 76,834 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 76,457 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2020 76,113 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 75,819 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 72,560 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2018 72,560 miles

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

Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire rear (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Oct 2017 68,141 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 63,960 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front wipers slightly smeary

Pass 23 Oct 2015 60,193 miles

front wiper blades badly split at ends

Pass 22 Oct 2014 55,752 miles

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 50,670 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 45,744 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 40,806 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 36,280 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 31,934 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2008 26,175 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 20,993 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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AV54 FWE is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 AV54 FWE, 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 AV54 FWE registered?

AV54 FWE is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 13 September 2004.

Is AV54 FWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV54 FWE shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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