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BA04 WSJ

2004 Ford Fiesta

Orange Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,671 mi
Last recorded63,671 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2021
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBA04 WSJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Fail 3 Mar 2021 63,671 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Brake fluid not visible (1.1.10 (d) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

osf tyre cracking

Pass 16 Nov 2018 59,451 miles

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

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

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

Fail 15 Nov 2018 59,451 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

heat shield loose

Pass 28 Jul 2017 52,129 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Nearside front tyre has cut in outer sidewall but not deep enough to reach the ply/cords.

Nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy.

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

Fail 28 Jul 2017 52,129 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside front tyre has cut in outer sidewall but not deep enough to reach the ply/cords.

Nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy.

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

Pass 6 Jul 2016 48,039 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2016 48,039 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 18 May 2015 43,023 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 37,173 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 37,161 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2014 37,161 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 37,153 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2011 30,890 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 24,425 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 19,013 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 12,994 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2008 12,994 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 10,536 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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BA04 WSJ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Orange with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BA04 WSJ, 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 BA04 WSJ registered?

BA04 WSJ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 30 July 2004.

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