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BF54 SZO

2004 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

73,702 mi
Last recorded73,702 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2022
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF54 SZO
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2022 73,702 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 Sep 2021 68,806 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 64,573 miles

Coolant leak water housing on block ()

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front sub frame (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both rear tyres slightly perished in tread

Pass 23 Sep 2019 60,244 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front sub frame (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Sep 2019 60,244 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened front sub frame (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2018 55,714 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2018 55,714 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 47,569 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 47,569 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 42,188 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 39,048 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 36,293 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 33,660 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 30,620 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 27,147 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 23,757 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 19,798 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 15,984 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 12,322 miles

Front wiper blades are smearing.

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 Sep 2007 12,322 miles

Front wiper blades are smearing.

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 SZO is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BF54 SZO, 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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BF54 SZO is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 24 September 2004.

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