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CU53 MXV

2004 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2022
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

135,136 mi
Last recorded135,136 miles
Recorded on12 May 2021
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU53 MXV
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 May 2021 135,136 miles

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

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

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

Fail 12 May 2021 135,136 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 29 May 2020 124,113 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 30 Apr 2019 117,243 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 112,910 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

eml lamp on

Pass 15 May 2017 104,106 miles
Fail 2 May 2017 104,106 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported Bracket broken (7.1.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Jun 2016 98,685 miles

interior mirror missing

Fail 23 Jun 2016 98,685 miles

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

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

interior mirror missing

Pass 25 Jun 2015 91,163 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2015 91,163 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Jun 2014 82,451 miles

Bonnet release lever - difficult to open bonnet

Both front indicator bulbs discolouring

Both front tyres worn

Both rear tyres have nails in treads

Clutch master cylinder weaping fluid

Clutch pedal has cable tie fitted to master cylinder arm

Handbrake cable fixings to body worn

Nearside front inner wheel rim has slight damage

Nearside rear indicator bulb discolouring

Rear number plate requires tightening

Pass 24 Jun 2013 75,196 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 67,468 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 62,051 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 57,361 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 49,184 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 49,184 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2009 42,115 miles

Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front number plate cracked

Fail 20 Feb 2008 31,732 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

high level brake light inop

Pass 20 Feb 2008 31,732 miles

high level brake light inop

Pass 21 Feb 2007 23,289 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 22,465 miles

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

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

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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CU53 MXV is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 CU53 MXV, 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 CU53 MXV registered?

CU53 MXV is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 6 January 2004.

Is CU53 MXV safe to buy?

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