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AX53 UKL

2004 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

113,488 mi
Last recorded113,488 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 UKL
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 113,488 miles

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Rim edge buckled. (inner) (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Sep 2025 113,451 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall damage due to underinflated tyre being driven on. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated Due to unrepairable puncture. (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted Rim edge buckled. (inner) (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 12 Aug 2024 101,866 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened Bar slightly bent. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission fluid (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Aug 2024 101,865 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened Bar slightly bent. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission fluid (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 91,307 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2023 91,277 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 26 Feb 2022 77,724 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2020 67,838 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2019 58,299 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 15 Jul 2018 58,210 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jul 2017 57,064 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2016 56,763 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 434,322 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 30,562 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 20,562 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 10,007 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 7,105 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 6,448 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 5,510 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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AX53 UKL is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AX53 UKL, 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 AX53 UKL registered?

AX53 UKL is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 2 February 2004.

Is AX53 UKL safe to buy?

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