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BV04 VLB

2004 Ford Fiesta

Blue Diesel 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

64,995 mi
Last recorded64,995 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2016
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV04 VLB
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2016 64,995 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2016 64,995 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 61,757 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 59,045 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 54,311 miles

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 9 Apr 2013 54,311 miles

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

Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 10 Apr 2012 50,813 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 46,982 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)

Pass 8 Apr 2010 44,298 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 40,330 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 35,806 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 31,784 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 30,908 miles

Offside Rear 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 VLB is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,242cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 VLB, 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 BV04 VLB registered?

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

Is BV04 VLB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV04 VLB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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