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BL04 BLF

2004 Ford Fiesta

Silver Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

157,428 mi
Last recorded157,428 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2024
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL04 BLF
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2024 157,428 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2023 146,141 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn both axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 132,087 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both rear axle bushes worn

Pass 26 Feb 2021 124,863 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 26 Feb 2021 124,863 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 114,601 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 106,518 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 101,324 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 101,324 miles

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jun 2016 96,777 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 92,400 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 86,434 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 86,434 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

n/s@o/s front wiper blades torn at both ends

Pass 17 Jun 2013 81,663 miles

OFFSIDE/NEARSIDE FRONT TYRES WORN ON INNER EDGES--Oil dip stick incomplete-(broken)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 76,900 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 72,208 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 67,625 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2010 67,625 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jun 2009 62,075 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 54,801 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 47,351 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 47,351 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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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BL04 BLF is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 BL04 BLF, 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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BL04 BLF is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 8 June 2004.

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