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BL53 ZDX

2004 Ford Fiesta

Black Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Nov 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

153,647 mi
Last recorded153,647 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL53 ZDX
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 153,647 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2024 148,489 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 142,699 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 136,669 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 132,103 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 128,865 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 124,754 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

rear exhaust deteriorating

Pass 5 Nov 2018 118,930 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2017 112,544 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Dec 2015 112,530 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2014 102,857 miles

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

Fail 17 Dec 2014 102,857 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2013 89,852 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2013 89,852 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 19 Dec 2012 80,546 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2012 80,546 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2011 72,303 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Dec 2011 72,303 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 65,602 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 58,870 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 50,579 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 2 Jan 2008 43,733 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Jan 2008 43,733 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 2 Jan 2007 32,742 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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BL53 ZDX is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 BL53 ZDX, 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 BL53 ZDX registered?

BL53 ZDX is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 9 January 2004.

Is BL53 ZDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL53 ZDX shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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