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BU54 VDF

2004 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

118,392 mi
Last recorded118,392 miles
Recorded on14 May 2019
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU54 VDF
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2019 118,392 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 118,317 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 May 2018 110,929 miles
Fail 8 May 2018 110,929 miles

Emissions not tested vehicle overheated (7.4.B.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 18 Mar 2017 91,434 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 91,142 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2014 83,398 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 74,106 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 65,146 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 55,900 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2011 55,900 miles

Nearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2010 46,196 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 33,226 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 25,011 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 15,640 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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BU54 VDF is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BU54 VDF, 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 BU54 VDF registered?

BU54 VDF is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 27 September 2004.

Is BU54 VDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU54 VDF shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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