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BHY 501H

2004 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

62,794 mi
Last recorded62,794 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBHY 501H
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 62,794 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/50x15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Oct 2024 59,155 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 54,920 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 51,475 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2021 49,838 miles

Coolant leak ()

Pass 27 May 2020 46,743 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 41,032 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 36,231 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 31,823 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2017 31,823 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Jan 2016 27,198 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 26,782 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 25,208 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 23,490 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 21,403 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 19,353 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 17,421 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2009 15,365 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 13,264 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 11,284 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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BHY 501H is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,596cc 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 BHY 501H, 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 BHY 501H registered?

BHY 501H is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 29 March 2004.

Is BHY 501H safe to buy?

The MOT history for BHY 501H shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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