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BF54 SZG

2004 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

60,771 mi
Last recorded60,771 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2020
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF54 SZG
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2020 60,771 miles

Brake fluid low

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

Nearside Front Bumper incorrectly secured

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Power steering noisy

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Steering fluid leak from high pressure sensor

Fail 27 Apr 2020 60,771 miles

Brake fluid low

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

Nearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Bumper incorrectly secured

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Power steering noisy

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Steering fluid leak from high pressure sensor

Pass 27 Apr 2019 58,702 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2019 58,702 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front body damage sharp edge

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

Pass 3 Jan 2019 58,019 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2019 58,019 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Dec 2017 55,403 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2017 55,403 miles

Nearside Headlamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.7.5c)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 46,226 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyre (4.1.E.1)

coolant leak

Pass 7 Aug 2015 43,722 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 41,585 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 30 Aug 2013 38,341 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

o/s/r tyre showing age

Pass 5 Sep 2012 35,769 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 5 Sep 2012 35,769 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 7 Sep 2011 32,788 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Aug 2010 30,257 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2010 30,257 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2009 25,481 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 21,164 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 15,469 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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BF54 SZG is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 BF54 SZG, 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 BF54 SZG registered?

BF54 SZG is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 September 2004.

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