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BG04 XAT

2004 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Feb 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

54,401 mi
Last recorded54,401 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG04 XAT
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 54,401 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2025 51,972 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 49,530 miles

Nearside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

engine cross member corroded

Pass 14 Sep 2022 46,033 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2021 44,242 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 43,632 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 42,684 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 40,572 miles

Offside Front brake pipe slighty corroded

Offside Rear Outer sill end slight corrosion

Pass 19 Jun 2017 39,293 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 38,352 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded by steering rack (2.3.2)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 35,200 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 32,725 miles

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

nearside front tyre is perished/cracked

Pass 19 Mar 2013 30,262 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 27,380 miles

front pads wearing low

small chip on screen

Pass 16 Mar 2011 23,579 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 16 Mar 2011 23,579 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 20,611 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 16,816 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 13,843 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 10,320 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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BG04 XAT is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 BG04 XAT, 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 BG04 XAT registered?

BG04 XAT is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 26 April 2004.

Is BG04 XAT safe to buy?

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