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CV54 XLZ

2004 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2020
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV54 XLZ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2019

rear axle rusting

Fail 25 Sep 2019

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively arm no tension (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Inner Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

rear axle rusting

Pass 26 Sep 2018 107,145 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Sep 2018 107,101 miles

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2017 101,112 miles

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

Fail 7 Sep 2017 101,109 miles

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

Engine management light on

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2016 95,252 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2016 95,252 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 88,422 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2015 88,422 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 81,921 miles

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

Fail 19 Aug 2014 81,921 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2013 72,130 miles

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 67,071 miles

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

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

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 60,737 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 55,097 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 45,389 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 45,389 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 34,503 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2007 30,255 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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CV54 XLZ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 CV54 XLZ, 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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CV54 XLZ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 30 September 2004.

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