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BJ54 RKV

2004 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2018
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

179,717 mi
Last recorded179,717 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2017
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ54 RKV
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2017 179,717 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2016 168,721 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2015 152,291 miles

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

oil leak

Fail 29 Oct 2015 152,291 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases @ backbox (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

oil leak

Pass 5 Nov 2014 132,794 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2014 132,480 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Nov 2013 118,544 miles

both rear shock absorbers weak

n/s/r and n/s/f tyres worn out of shape and perrishing

o/s/f seat handle broken

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Fail 1 Nov 2013 118,544 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both rear shock absorbers weak

n/s/r and n/s/f tyres worn out of shape and perrishing

o/s/f seat handle broken

rear exhaust heat shield loose

Pass 10 Oct 2012 103,189 miles

EML on.

Nearside rear tyre cracked and perished.

Offside front tyre wearing on inside edge.

Pass 11 Oct 2011 87,765 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 87,765 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Oct 2010 70,969 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 57,715 miles

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Oct 2008 42,703 miles

n/s rear tyre cracked in tread area

Fail 6 Oct 2008 42,703 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

n/s rear tyre cracked in tread area

Pass 25 Sep 2007 29,192 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2007 29,192 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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BJ54 RKV is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Blue 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 BJ54 RKV, 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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BJ54 RKV is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 12 October 2004.

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