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BF04 GRX

2004 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

97,801 mi
Last recorded97,801 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF04 GRX
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2025 97,801 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 82,881 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2024 82,869 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 80,934 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2022 79,686 miles

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

Pass 2 Feb 2021 77,554 miles

driver seat not tilting

Pass 29 Jan 2020 74,615 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 58,425 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 51,168 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 46,681 miles

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

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

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

Fail 16 Feb 2017 46,681 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 43,028 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 39,742 miles

wipers slightly smearing

Pass 11 Mar 2014 37,411 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 34,344 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 30,894 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2011 27,938 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 25,099 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 22,048 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 18,900 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 16,339 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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BF04 GRX is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 BF04 GRX, 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 BF04 GRX registered?

BF04 GRX is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 11 March 2004.

Is BF04 GRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF04 GRX shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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