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CA04 BSZ

2004 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

50,580 mi
Last recorded50,580 miles
Recorded on21 May 2018
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA04 BSZ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 May 2018 50,580 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 46,168 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 46,168 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced both (6.3.4a)

Pass 26 May 2016 42,465 miles
Fail 26 May 2016 42,465 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced both (6.3.4a)

Pass 20 May 2015 40,022 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 40,022 miles

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 13 May 2014 36,432 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 May 2013 33,357 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2012 31,308 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2012 31,308 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2011 27,423 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 22,755 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2010 22,755 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Nov 2008 20,464 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 17,986 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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CA04 BSZ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CA04 BSZ, 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 CA04 BSZ registered?

CA04 BSZ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 23 July 2004.

Is CA04 BSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA04 BSZ shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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