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BN04 VYZ

2004 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

69,825 mi
Last recorded69,825 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN04 VYZ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 69,825 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 66,941 miles

Central stop not working

oil leak from rear of engine

reverse lamp not working

Pass 29 Jan 2024 63,904 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 29 Jan 2024 63,904 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid hose had come off jet, secured with able tie (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 60,429 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2022 57,388 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slightly damaged on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 55,330 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2020 53,398 miles

Front brake pads round 85% worn

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

Pass 31 Jan 2019 51,482 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2018 51,134 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 50,774 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 50,375 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 48,353 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Jan 2015 48,353 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2014 44,655 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 39,759 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jan 2012 34,201 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 28,259 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2011 28,259 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Feb 2010 24,849 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 20,812 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2009 20,812 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2008 17,556 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2007 13,275 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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BN04 VYZ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BN04 VYZ, 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 BN04 VYZ registered?

BN04 VYZ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 6 March 2004.

Is BN04 VYZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN04 VYZ shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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