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BF04 GVU

2004 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

76,855 mi
Last recorded76,855 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF04 GVU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 76,855 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2026 76,855 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Power steering component insecure hose to steering rack (2.1.5 (d) (i))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Feb 2025 74,628 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2025 74,626 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 73,043 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 70,459 miles

Front bumper damaged

Fail 7 Feb 2023 70,459 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front bumper damaged

Pass 8 Feb 2022 68,127 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 65,212 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 62,766 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 59,671 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 56,002 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2017 52,684 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 48,321 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 44,329 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 40,590 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 35,646 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 31,736 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 27,135 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 23,438 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 21,343 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 17,771 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 14,239 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 GVU is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,388cc 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 BF04 GVU, 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 BF04 GVU registered?

BF04 GVU is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is BF04 GVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF04 GVU 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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