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CF53 GKJ

2004 Ford Fiesta

Green Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

172,904 mi
Last recorded172,904 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCF53 GKJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 172,904 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Feb 2026 172,904 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2025 169,771 miles

Nearside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Feb 2024 166,360 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 29 Feb 2024 166,355 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2023 162,939 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2022 159,622 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 155,151 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 151,236 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2019 142,213 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2018 136,784 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 Feb 2017 130,750 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 119,171 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 115,209 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 108,075 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2014 108,073 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2013 99,114 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2012 90,957 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 81,593 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 72,590 miles

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

Fail 19 Mar 2010 72,589 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Fail 27 Jan 2009 59,631 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 59,631 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 39,961 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2007 39,961 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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CF53 GKJ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Green with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 CF53 GKJ, 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 CF53 GKJ registered?

CF53 GKJ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 4 February 2004.

Is CF53 GKJ safe to buy?

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