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BT54 VKJ

2004 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

71,089 mi
Last recorded71,089 miles
Recorded on22 May 2019
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT54 VKJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2019 71,089 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 May 2018 68,364 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 68,362 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Bottom arm (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 17 May 2017 65,766 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 62,801 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 58,948 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 55,023 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2013 49,999 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 43,631 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 May 2011 38,079 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 38,079 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 30,371 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2010 30,371 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 22,021 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 11,487 miles

MOISTURE INSIDE OFFSIDE REAR LAMP CLUSTER.

Pass 12 Dec 2007 10,946 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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BT54 VKJ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BT54 VKJ, 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 BT54 VKJ registered?

BT54 VKJ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 24 December 2004.

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