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BW53 UPK

2004 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,788 mi
Last recorded108,788 miles
Recorded on22 May 2021
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2021 108,788 miles
Pass 22 May 2020
Pass 29 Nov 2018 98,231 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2017 95,083 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 93,504 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2017 93,504 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 88,500 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 84,173 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2015 84,173 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 79,061 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 73,658 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2013 73,658 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Jan 2012 67,738 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 62,964 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 58,180 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 52,826 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 48,156 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 42,216 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 UPK is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 UPK, 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 UPK registered?

BW53 UPK is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 16 February 2004.

Is BW53 UPK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW53 UPK shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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