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DE54 OHX

2004 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2018
Tests20 (11 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate55%

Mileage

143,857 mi
Last recorded143,857 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2017
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE54 OHX
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 9 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2017 143,857 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 2 Nov 2017 143,857 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 134,024 miles

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 1 Nov 2016 134,024 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Nov 2015 126,582 miles

CHILD SEAT FITTED

MANAGEMENT LIGHT ON

RADIATOR LEAKING

Fail 2 Nov 2015 126,561 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Nearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2) DANGEROUS

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Brake pump leaking A B S (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Brake reservoir fluid level decreases after several pedal applications (3.3.C.1) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted

Engine management Lamp On

Front Number plate broken

Front grill insecure

Radiator leaking

Pass 29 Oct 2014 118,900 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Fail 28 Oct 2014 118,900 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Road wheel fixings not compatible (4.2.B.2) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 29 Oct 2013 111,885 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

coolant level below mini

Fail 28 Oct 2013 111,883 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front suspension has a loose unit in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.3b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

coolant level below mini

Pass 2 Nov 2012 102,855 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2012 102,855 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

engine management light on

Fail 15 Oct 2012 102,833 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Power steering pump insecure (2.3.6)

engine managment light staying lit

Pass 29 Sep 2011 99,251 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 31 Jul 2010 94,820 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2010 94,820 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Aug 2009 84,130 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2009 84,130 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 2 Aug 2008 67,667 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 61,547 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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DE54 OHX is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55%.

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 DE54 OHX, 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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DE54 OHX is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 18 October 2004.

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