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BV54 AWJ

2004 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

145,069 mi
Last recorded145,069 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2024
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV54 AWJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2024 145,069 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2024 145,049 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2023 143,078 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside front brake hose clip missing (cable tied)

Oil leak, but not excessive Gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Road wheel slightly distorted Offside rear (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2022 140,617 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2022 140,617 miles

Position lamp not working Nearside front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Power steering pipe/hose modification unsafe (2.1.5 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 1 Sep 2021 138,570 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides rear (advise replacing ASAP) (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear joint (6.1.2 (a))

Screen scored

Pass 3 Sep 2020 137,747 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides rear (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen scored

Pass 17 Aug 2019 136,645 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 17 Aug 2019 136,645 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake inoperative on one side Nearside (1.4.1 (a))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Sep 2018 135,752 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both sides rear and nearside front (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust pipe corroded near rear silencer

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))

Road wheel slightly distorted Both sides rear (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 1 Sep 2018 135,722 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both front (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 134,218 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 9 Sep 2016 122,061 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2015 113,388 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 106,482 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 5 Sep 2013 100,002 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 95,207 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 89,055 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 82,276 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 67,531 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 46,080 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 26,340 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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BV54 AWJ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BV54 AWJ, 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 BV54 AWJ registered?

BV54 AWJ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 10 September 2004.

Is BV54 AWJ safe to buy?

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