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BD54 APY

2004 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

106,018 mi
Last recorded106,018 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD54 APY
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 106,018 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2025 98,424 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2024 81,702 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2024 81,642 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2023 73,349 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 72,800 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2021 71,142 miles

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Dec 2020 64,853 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Pin hole (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2019 56,011 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread de-laminated (0.1 (b))

Fail 2 Jul 2019 56,011 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread de-laminated (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Jun 2018 49,756 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 45,102 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 44,708 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2016 44,709 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2015 41,720 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 36,823 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 32,432 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 29,350 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 21,648 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 17,873 miles

both front tyres close to limit

Pass 4 Nov 2009 15,213 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 4 Nov 2008 11,362 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 8,335 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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BD54 APY is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 BD54 APY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BD54 APY registered?

BD54 APY is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 15 November 2004.

Is BD54 APY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD54 APY shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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