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AV54 FXB

2004 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2023
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

109,215 mi
Last recorded109,215 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2023
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV54 FXB
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Fail 21 Dec 2023 109,215 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases MANIFOLD AREA (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

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

Offside Oil leaking excessively from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases REAR BOX (6.1.2 (a))

EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD INSECURE

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OF REAR SUB-FRAME (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2022 105,253 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Fail 20 Dec 2022 105,252 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2021 102,470 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 100,942 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2020 100,942 miles

Nearside Rear Fuel hose leaking tank vent pipe (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Dec 2019 98,332 miles

ENGINE SHOWING NO OIL ON DIP-STICK. FILL WITH 2 LITRES OF OIL

Pass 20 Dec 2018 91,834 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2018 91,834 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (wont adjust) (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 85,172 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2016 77,959 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 72,077 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2014 65,863 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust system corroded

Pass 22 Apr 2013 63,043 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 60,835 miles

exhaust flex pipe outer skin adrift

front number plate broken

pads 60-70% worn

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 20 Apr 2012 59,320 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 59,320 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2010 52,992 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 52,992 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 42,029 miles

front no plate cracked

Pass 18 Sep 2008 31,946 miles

o/s driveshaft bearing sheild broken and rattles

o/s/f wing damaged

o/s/r tyre lightly perished and outer wall scuffed

rattle in rear silencer

Pass 6 Sep 2007 20,463 miles

exhaust rattle

o/s/r tyre outer wall scuffed

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 FXB is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,596cc 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 AV54 FXB, 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 AV54 FXB registered?

AV54 FXB is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 18 September 2004.

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