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B5 GAU

2004 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

38,055 mi
Last recorded38,055 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB5 GAU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 38,055 miles

all 4 tyres cracking

Pass 13 Dec 2024 32,622 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 29,657 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 28,690 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 26,220 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 24,456 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 23,372 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 21,270 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 20,844 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 20,039 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 18,708 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 17,447 miles

o/s/f roadwheel slightly buckled

steering rack slightly damp

suspension coil springs corroded

Pass 25 Nov 2013 15,910 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 14,671 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 14,671 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2011 13,018 miles

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

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

rear number plate starting to delaminate

Pass 6 Dec 2010 12,095 miles

rear number plate delaminating

steering rack slightly misted

Pass 26 Nov 2009 10,502 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 8,328 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2007 6,107 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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B5 GAU is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 B5 GAU, 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 B5 GAU registered?

B5 GAU is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 15 December 2004.

Is B5 GAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for B5 GAU shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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