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BT53 OLO

2004 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

73,214 mi
Last recorded73,214 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT53 OLO
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 73,214 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2025 51,515 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2024 38,918 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 37,299 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2023 37,299 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2022 34,932 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2022 34,932 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 16 Jan 2021 32,018 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2021 32,018 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine oil filter leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jan 2020 29,575 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2018 28,910 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2017 28,400 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2017 28,400 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Dec 2016 27,932 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2015 27,481 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2014 26,973 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 26,408 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 25,815 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 24,881 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2010 23,325 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 21,814 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2009 20,312 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 18,284 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 15,738 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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BT53 OLO is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BT53 OLO, 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 BT53 OLO registered?

BT53 OLO is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 26 January 2004.

Is BT53 OLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT53 OLO shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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