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BW53 FSF

2004 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,882 mi
Last recorded76,882 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2018
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW53 FSF
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2018 76,882 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2018 76,882 miles

Stop lamp not working Near side (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 72,348 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2016 72,348 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2015 66,550 miles

Items removed from drivers view

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both front (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Oct 2014 62,827 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 22 Oct 2013 60,027 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 54,058 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 47,142 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 5 Dec 2011 47,137 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 9 Dec 2010 41,215 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2009 32,971 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2008 23,115 miles

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

Fail 6 Dec 2007 17,350 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

small stone chips to the wind screen

Pass 6 Dec 2007 17,350 miles

small stone chips to the wind screen

Pass 30 Jan 2007 14,769 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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BW53 FSF is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BW53 FSF, 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 BW53 FSF registered?

BW53 FSF is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 27 January 2004.

Is BW53 FSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW53 FSF shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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