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DF04 FUA

2004 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

35,084 mi
Last recorded35,084 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF04 FUA
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 35,084 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2025 34,170 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 32,953 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 31,739 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 31,061 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 30,202 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 29,532 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 28,812 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2018 28,082 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 26,709 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2017 26,709 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2016 26,183 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 25,905 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2015 25,905 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 25,737 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 25,381 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 24,602 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2011 23,422 miles

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid (3.6.A.1)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 23,422 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 21,693 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 19,120 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 17,098 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 16,376 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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DF04 FUA is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 DF04 FUA, 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 DF04 FUA registered?

DF04 FUA is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 27 July 2004.

Is DF04 FUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF04 FUA shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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