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AX04 KBU

2004 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

47,088 mi
Last recorded47,088 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX04 KBU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 47,088 miles

Rear Beam axle corroded

Rear Coil spring corroded Both bottom of springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2024 46,899 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Passenger seat securing catch slightly defective

Rear Beam axle has heavy surface corrosion

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of both sills/axle mounting points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 46,709 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Some imbalance to front service brakes with nearside lagging. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Corrosion to nearside and offside sills and floor pans.

Corrosion to rear suspension beam axle.

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 8 Dec 2023 46,708 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged Valve stem rubber perished and likely to burst. (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged Valve stem rubber perished and likely to burst. (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Some imbalance to front service brakes with nearside lagging. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Corrosion to nearside and offside sills and floor pans.

Corrosion to rear suspension beam axle.

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 46,125 miles

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

Fail 6 Dec 2022 46,115 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Dec 2021 45,736 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2020 44,923 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 44,270 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 43,318 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 42,203 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 40,793 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 13 Nov 2015 39,592 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 38,403 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2014 38,403 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2013 36,106 miles

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

offside front wash could be better

Pass 8 Nov 2012 33,859 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 30,540 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2010 26,992 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 26,992 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 28 Oct 2009 24,639 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 21,927 miles

Nearside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Offside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 18,105 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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AX04 KBU is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 AX04 KBU, 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 AX04 KBU registered?

AX04 KBU is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 14 May 2004.

Is AX04 KBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX04 KBU shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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