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AV54 LMJ

2004 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

49,365 mi
Last recorded49,365 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV54 LMJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 49,365 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 48,649 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2023 47,691 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2023 47,691 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

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

Pass 14 Sep 2022 46,450 miles

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

Fluid leak, but not excessive water pump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2021 45,126 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 44,475 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2020 44,475 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 43,559 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 41,930 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 40,334 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 38,493 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 36,716 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 34,787 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2014 34,787 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2013 33,019 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 31,352 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 29,452 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 26,795 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 24,126 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 19,888 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 15,291 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 LMJ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 LMJ, 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 LMJ registered?

AV54 LMJ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 30 September 2004.

Is AV54 LMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV54 LMJ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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