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BN54 ZCL

2004 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Feb 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

141,256 mi
Last recorded141,256 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 141,256 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front 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 Feb 2024 138,018 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2024 138,018 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 11 Feb 2023 136,325 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2023 136,325 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) with different structures are fitted across the same axle (5.2.3 (c))

Pass 5 Feb 2022 134,163 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 132,313 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 127,773 miles

Offside Drive shaft bearing slight play

Fail 18 May 2019 127,768 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2018 124,173 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 121,244 miles

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

oil leak

Pass 1 Feb 2016 108,181 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 29 Jan 2016 108,181 miles

Nearside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 98,132 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 20 Sep 2013 82,905 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 73,740 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 64,949 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 56,419 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 48,062 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 38,083 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 27,898 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 ZCL is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 ZCL, 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 ZCL registered?

BN54 ZCL is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 16 September 2004.

Is BN54 ZCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN54 ZCL shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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