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BV04 JFX

2004 Ford Fiesta

Red Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Dec 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

75,812 mi
Last recorded75,812 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV04 JFX
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 75,812 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 73,612 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2024 73,612 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2023 69,669 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 64,877 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2022 64,877 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2021 61,456 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2020 59,871 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2020 59,871 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2019 59,660 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2018 58,299 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 56,885 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2017 56,885 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 55,624 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 55,067 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2014 54,144 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2014 54,144 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 52,116 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Dec 2013 52,116 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 50,212 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 48,021 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 45,173 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 41,345 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 32,393 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2008 32,393 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Dec 2007 22,901 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 17,157 miles

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

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

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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BV04 JFX is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 BV04 JFX, 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

How do I check the history of BV04 JFX?

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What year was BV04 JFX registered?

BV04 JFX is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 2 March 2004.

Is BV04 JFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV04 JFX shows 27 tests with a 74.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BV04 JFX have outstanding finance?

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