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CP53 VAO

2004 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Dec 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

54,675 mi
Last recorded54,675 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP53 VAO
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 54,675 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2024 51,914 miles

Nearside Front lamp lens slight condensation

Nearside Rear handbrake cable rubber mount worn and cable slightly insecure/rubbing on axle mount

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear lamp lens small crack

Rear Coil spring corroded both coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Nov 2024 51,914 miles

Nearside Front lamp lens slight condensation

Nearside Rear handbrake cable rubber mount worn and cable slightly insecure/rubbing on axle mount

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear lamp lens small crack

Rear Coil spring corroded both coil springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2023 50,426 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2023 50,426 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 48,434 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also cut in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

drivers door check strap loose

Pass 2 Dec 2021 46,204 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 45,899 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2019 45,899 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 43,994 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2017 41,513 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 41,513 miles

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

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 38,968 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 1 Feb 2016 38,968 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 36,043 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 33,279 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 31,147 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 28,371 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Feb 2011 25,326 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2010 22,377 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 19,093 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 15,605 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2007 12,244 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 11,978 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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CP53 VAO is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 CP53 VAO, 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 CP53 VAO registered?

CP53 VAO is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 21 January 2004.

Is CP53 VAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP53 VAO shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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