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AY04 ZJU

2004 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

97,425 mi
Last recorded97,425 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2016
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY04 ZJU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2016 97,425 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

engine misfiring and engine management light on

Fail 22 Sep 2016 97,425 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (3.5.1i)

engine misfiring and engine management light on

Pass 31 Aug 2015 91,137 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES / PAIR GROOVED SURFACES (3.5.1i)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

INTERMITTANT ERRATIC RPM / POOR IDLE SPEED / SURGING IDLE / MISFIRE

engine management light displayed

engine oil level below minimum / empty

offside front mirror glass case

Fail 31 Aug 2015 91,137 miles

Battery leaking electrolyte (1.9.1)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides / pair (8.2.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES / PAIR GROOVED SURFACES (3.5.1i)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

INTERMITTANT ERRATIC RPM / POOR IDLE SPEED / SURGING IDLE / MISFIRE

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

engine management light displayed

engine oil level below minimum / empty

offside front mirror glass case

Pass 21 Aug 2014 81,892 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 81,892 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 71,678 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2012 59,497 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jul 2012 59,497 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 45,331 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

both n/s tyres outer sidewalls badly worn (kerbed) weakening the tyre(advise replacment )

Pass 26 Feb 2010 42,553 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

some damage to n/s/r tyre sidewall

wiper blades judder

Fail 26 Feb 2010 42,553 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

some damage to n/s/r tyre sidewall

wiper blades judder

Pass 27 Feb 2009 39,747 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 8 Feb 2008 36,155 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Feb 2008 36,155 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 32,191 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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AY04 ZJU is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AY04 ZJU, 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 AY04 ZJU registered?

AY04 ZJU is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 3 March 2004.

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