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BN54 BXM

2004 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

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

Mileage

74,167 mi
Last recorded74,167 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN54 BXM
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 74,167 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear subframe/ axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 22 Oct 2024 71,001 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre and wearing outer edge ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Front tyres wearing edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 67,615 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2022 59,869 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Front tyres wearing edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Nov 2022 59,869 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Blades split and smearing (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Front tyres wearing edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 48,316 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2021 48,316 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2020 46,564 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2019 45,450 miles

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 19 Oct 2019 45,450 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 43,506 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 41,842 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 41,314 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 32,935 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2015 32,935 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 2 Oct 2014 27,167 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2014 27,167 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 24,114 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

front brake discs scored

Pass 28 Sep 2012 21,774 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 18,661 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 16,050 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

slight cut to nearside front tyre sidewall

wiper blades torn at edges but clearing screen ok

Pass 2 Oct 2009 12,301 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 9,840 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 7,144 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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BN54 BXM is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol 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 BN54 BXM, 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 BN54 BXM registered?

BN54 BXM is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 27 September 2004.

Is BN54 BXM safe to buy?

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