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DG54 LEJ

2004 Ford Fiesta

Orange Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

103,532 mi
Last recorded103,532 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2015
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG54 LEJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 25 Mar 2015 103,532 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

eml on

injector leaking compression

pas pipe insecure close to o/s driveshaft

Pass 25 Mar 2015 103,532 miles

eml on

injector leaking compression

pas pipe insecure close to o/s driveshaft

Fail 24 Mar 2014 96,532 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 96,532 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 81,099 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 77,231 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 66,629 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 23 Oct 2009 66,629 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 31 Oct 2008 53,429 miles

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

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)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Oct 2007 39,328 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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DG54 LEJ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Orange with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 DG54 LEJ, 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 DG54 LEJ registered?

DG54 LEJ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 26 October 2004.

Is DG54 LEJ safe to buy?

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