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BV54 LYG

2004 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

91,217 mi
Last recorded91,217 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2021
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV54 LYG
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2021 91,217 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Underbody corrosion

Wheel caps fitted all around

Pass 6 Dec 2020 80,731 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Dec 2019 74,021 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2018 67,408 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Dec 2017 65,252 miles

Front brake discs corroded slightly

Pass 2 Dec 2016 64,714 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 62,845 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 60,318 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 58,103 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2013 58,103 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Dec 2012 55,924 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2012 55,924 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 53,636 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 51,089 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 48,422 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 9 Nov 2009 48,429 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Dec 2008 43,667 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2008 43,667 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 29 Dec 2007 32,761 miles

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

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

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 LYG is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 LYG, 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 BV54 LYG registered?

BV54 LYG is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 30 December 2004.

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The MOT history for BV54 LYG shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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