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BN54 VXA

2004 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

112,774 mi
Last recorded112,774 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2019
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN54 VXA
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2019 112,774 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 30 May 2019 112,770 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2018 99,712 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box. (7.1.2)

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

Pass 30 May 2017 84,290 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 71,095 miles

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

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front lower (2.4.G.2)

nearside front tyre wearing on edges

Pass 28 May 2015 60,874 miles

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

both headlamp aims on lower limit

Pass 18 Mar 2014 56,761 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 52,577 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2013 52,577 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Mar 2012 49,882 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 41,710 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 35,144 miles

both rear tyres starting to crack

front discs & pads worn

offside front tyre slight damage to outer wall

Pass 19 Sep 2008 26,598 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 16,700 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 16,700 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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 VXA is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VXA, 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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What year was BN54 VXA registered?

BN54 VXA is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 23 September 2004.

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