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AY54 XOW

2004 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Apr 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

160,277 mi
Last recorded160,277 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY54 XOW
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 160,277 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output [both side] (4.1.4 (b))

Front registration plate cracked.

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2025 160,084 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output [both side] (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 159,293 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output [both side] (4.1.4 (b))

corrosion under the vehicle,but not excessive at any point.

Fail 21 Mar 2024 159,293 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output [both side] (4.1.4 (b))

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

corrosion under the vehicle,but not excessive at any point.

Pass 11 Apr 2023 157,909 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2023 157,909 miles

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

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 26 Aug 2021 154,365 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2021 154,365 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2020 150,229 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2020 150,229 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2019 148,093 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 144,010 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 134,505 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 128,696 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2016 128,696 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 26 Jun 2015 120,241 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2015 120,240 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2014 106,973 miles

child seat fitted to nearside rear.seat belt not tested

Pass 14 May 2013 95,198 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

EML ON

FRONT EXHAUST FLEXY POOR

GEARBOX OIL LEAK

Fail 13 Apr 2012 83,718 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 83,718 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 21 Apr 2011 73,826 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 66,802 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 57,385 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 46,740 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 34,600 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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AY54 XOW is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 AY54 XOW, 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 AY54 XOW registered?

AY54 XOW is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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