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DF53 RFO

2004 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

93,022 mi
Last recorded93,022 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2023
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 RFO
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2023 93,022 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2023 93,020 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Nov 2022 89,412 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 84,022 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

rear axle corroded

Pass 16 Sep 2020 83,834 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 82,088 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 79,912 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 77,382 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 74,852 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 May 2015 71,979 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 70,708 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 67,754 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 62,330 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 55,931 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 49,054 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 41,886 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 34,503 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 25,814 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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DF53 RFO is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 DF53 RFO, 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 DF53 RFO registered?

DF53 RFO is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 16 January 2004.

Is DF53 RFO safe to buy?

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