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BN54 XAR

2004 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

107,874 mi
Last recorded107,874 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN54 XAR
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 107,874 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 107,056 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 104,018 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 99,831 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2021 96,911 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 94,703 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 88,429 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 85,498 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 83,272 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 80,490 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 76,400 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2015 75,714 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Sep 2014 70,409 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 65,087 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 59,249 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 59,249 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 52,320 miles

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 19 Sep 2011 52,320 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2010 43,832 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 35,350 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 27,486 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 19,277 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 XAR is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 XAR, 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 XAR registered?

BN54 XAR is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 29 September 2004.

Is BN54 XAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN54 XAR shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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