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BJ54 ZGV

2004 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2021
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

137,103 mi
Last recorded137,103 miles
Recorded on21 May 2020
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ54 ZGV
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 May 2020 137,103 miles

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

Fail 20 May 2020 137,103 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid offside and nearside (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working sidelight (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2018 133,018 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 127,906 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly worn on outer edge

Fail 23 Nov 2017 127,906 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly worn on outer edge

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Sep 2016 121,169 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2016 121,161 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2015 109,689 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2015 109,439 miles

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

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2014 96,741 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 83,915 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 75,930 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 66,246 miles

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

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

slight noise from offside front wheel bearing

Fail 10 Sep 2011 66,246 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

slight noise from offside front wheel bearing

Pass 25 Sep 2010 52,789 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)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2009 42,325 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 37,916 miles

centre high level brake light not working disconected

Fail 24 Sep 2008 37,916 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

centre high level brake light not working disconected

Pass 12 Oct 2007 30,759 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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BJ54 ZGV is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 ZGV, 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 ZGV is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 5 November 2004.

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