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CV04 LXJ

2004 Ford Fiesta

Bronze Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

102,767 mi
Last recorded102,767 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2019
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV04 LXJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2019 102,767 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Oct 2018 97,762 miles

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 22 Oct 2018 97,762 miles

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

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 18 Oct 2017 93,228 miles

Offside Rear tyre stepped

Fail 17 Oct 2017 93,228 miles

Nearside Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear tyre stepped

Pass 11 Jan 2017 85,094 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 70,290 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 58,440 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 53,651 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

front wiper blades split at edges but still clearing screen efficiently

Pass 23 Jan 2013 48,509 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 41,782 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)

Pass 5 Jan 2011 37,133 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2011 37,133 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jan 2010 32,783 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2009 27,862 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Jan 2009 27,862 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 21,995 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 17,508 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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CV04 LXJ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Bronze with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 CV04 LXJ, 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 CV04 LXJ registered?

CV04 LXJ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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The MOT history for CV04 LXJ shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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