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DC53 BVJ

2004 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

129,314 mi
Last recorded129,314 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC53 BVJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2017 129,314 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 6 Feb 2017 129,314 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 Feb 2016 128,640 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 29 Jan 2015 123,876 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

coolant level low.

Fail 29 Jan 2015 123,874 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Rear Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

coolant level low.

Pass 20 Jan 2014 119,555 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

o/s/f tyre sidewall damage

Pass 16 Jan 2013 105,767 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 93,049 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Feb 2011 78,170 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2010 64,925 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2010 64,925 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2009 52,571 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 40,519 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 28,270 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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DC53 BVJ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 DC53 BVJ, 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 BVJ registered?

DC53 BVJ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 4 February 2004.

Is DC53 BVJ safe to buy?

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