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DC53 AWZ

2004 Ford Fiesta

Black Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2019
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

113,805 mi
Last recorded113,805 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2018
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC53 AWZ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2018 113,805 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 113,450 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2017 113,450 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Sep 2015 112,765 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 11,556 miles

front brake discs slightly worn and corroded

Pass 12 Sep 2013 109,703 miles

front brake discs slightly worn and corroded

Fail 9 Sep 2013 109,703 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

front brake discs slightly worn and corroded

Pass 5 Apr 2013 107,523 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 5 Apr 2013 107,523 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 5 Apr 2012 101,107 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Anti-roll bar slightly distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

rattle from front suspension area over rough surface to wear seen at time of test has had some new parts fitted , some trims missing ,

Pass 13 May 2011 93,906 miles

Both front tyres worn inner edge.

Both rear tyres sidewall perished.

Fail 13 May 2011 93,906 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Both front tyres worn inner edge.

Both rear tyres sidewall perished.

Pass 14 May 2010 88,906 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 84,475 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 79,767 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 75,516 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2007 75,516 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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DC53 AWZ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,399cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 DC53 AWZ, 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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What year was DC53 AWZ registered?

DC53 AWZ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 January 2004.

Is DC53 AWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC53 AWZ shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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