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BP53 UAJ

2004 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

67,355 mi
Last recorded67,355 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2018
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP53 UAJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2018 67,355 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2018 67,355 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Mar 2017 63,570 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 59,965 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2016 59,965 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 55,764 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 51,584 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 46,738 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 42,085 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 11 Mar 2011 38,265 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 34,050 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

off side rear tyre cracking

Pass 6 Mar 2009 30,164 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 24,283 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2008 24,283 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 7 Mar 2007 18,585 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 17,838 miles

N/S/R tyre pressure low

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

Fail 18 Dec 2006 17,838 miles

N/S/R tyre pressure low

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 UAJ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 BP53 UAJ, 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 BP53 UAJ registered?

BP53 UAJ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 28 January 2004.

Is BP53 UAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP53 UAJ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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