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BF54 ZYL

2004 Ford Fiesta

Green Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

105,493 mi
Last recorded105,493 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2017
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF54 ZYL
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2017 105,493 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Unable to open fuel cap

Fail 20 Jul 2017 105,443 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Unable to open fuel cap

Pass 20 Jul 2016 90,975 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

both rear tyres cracked/perished.

Fail 20 Jul 2016 90,975 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both rear tyres cracked/perished.

Pass 22 Jul 2015 81,842 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 22 Jul 2015 81,841 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 75,123 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 21 Jul 2014 75,123 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 68,689 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 63,388 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 52,614 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 16 Jul 2010 42,420 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 32,225 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 32,210 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 20,916 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 20,916 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 12,108 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 ZYL is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Green with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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

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