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BJ04 YKG

2004 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

99,249 mi
Last recorded99,249 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ04 YKG
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2025 99,249 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside rear axle bush mounting areas corroded still strengthened (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside rear inner sills corroded not resulting in holes (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front subframe and rear axle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 97,243 miles

Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn nearside and offside rear (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside rear outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside rear cracking and perishing not reaching ply of cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

front subframe and rear axle corroded still strengthened

Fail 23 Feb 2024 97,243 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from rear brake flexy hose and across fuel take (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded off rear brake cylinder/brake drum corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn nearside and offside rear (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside and offside rear outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside rear cracking and perishing not reaching ply of cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

front subframe and rear axle corroded still strengthened

Pass 1 Mar 2023 95,447 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. front (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust join corroded slight leak of gases (6.1.2 (a))

front and rear of vehicle corroded in areas

front sub frame and rear axle corroded

Fail 24 Feb 2023 95,433 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded pipe of rear drum and across fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded of rear brake drum and above rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. front (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust join corroded slight leak of gases (6.1.2 (a))

front and rear of vehicle corroded in areas

front sub frame and rear axle corroded

Pass 19 Mar 2022 94,090 miles

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

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

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

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

temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 18 Nov 2021 90,187 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust heat shield slightly loose

Fail 18 Nov 2021 90,187 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

exhaust heat shield slightly loose

Pass 10 Nov 2020 81,854 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

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

Rear Exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 5 Nov 2019 76,569 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2018 72,620 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/50/15 slightly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear exhaust hanger broken but system still supported

both wipers slightly smear screen

Pass 31 Oct 2017 68,659 miles

Exhaust hanger broken but system still supported

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear coil springs corroded

Fail 31 Oct 2017 68,659 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Exhaust hanger broken but system still supported

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Rear coil springs corroded

Pass 8 Nov 2016 64,480 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2015 62,193 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Sep 2014 56,469 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2013 51,371 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Sep 2013 51,371 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 48,166 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

nearside rear wheel bearing noisey when rotated

Fail 5 Sep 2011 44,468 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 44,468 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 14 Jun 2011 43,932 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 40,073 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 37,678 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 34,991 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 26,768 miles

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

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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BJ04 YKG is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BJ04 YKG, 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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BJ04 YKG is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 26 April 2004.

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