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BP53 BZL

2004 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2019
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

57,425 mi
Last recorded57,425 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2018
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP53 BZL
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2018 57,425 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 56,074 miles

Coolant leak ()

Fail 31 Jan 2017 56,074 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 30 Jan 2016 54,949 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2016 54,949 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 28 Jan 2015 53,502 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 53,502 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 51,081 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 48,926 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 46,507 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 27 Jan 2012 46,507 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 44,192 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 40,846 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2009 36,973 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jan 2009 36,973 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 33,270 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 29,343 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2007 29,343 miles

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

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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BP53 BZL is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BP53 BZL, 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 BP53 BZL registered?

BP53 BZL is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 15 January 2004.

Is BP53 BZL safe to buy?

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