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DF04 FUB

2004 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2021
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

103,010 mi
Last recorded103,010 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2019
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2019 103,010 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 Jul 2019 103,010 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2018 93,634 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2018 93,516 miles

Nearside Front Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2017 89,307 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2017 89,305 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp not working high level (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 87,371 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 87,369 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 82,499 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2015 82,498 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Coolant leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 77,799 miles

NSF Tyre wearing on outter edge

Pass 28 Jun 2013 72,780 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 72,780 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 69,479 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 66,802 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 57,969 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 57,969 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2009 47,342 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2008 36,810 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 23,372 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 FUB is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,242cc 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 DF04 FUB, 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 DF04 FUB registered?

DF04 FUB is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 July 2004.

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