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DK04 VRT

2004 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2023
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

103,541 mi
Last recorded103,541 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2022
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK04 VRT
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2022 103,541 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front nail in tyre

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

non obligatry mrror glass missing

Fail 25 Aug 2022 103,541 miles

Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front nail in tyre

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

non obligatry mrror glass missing

Pass 18 Aug 2021 94,511 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2021 94,511 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 88,012 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 13 Aug 2020 88,012 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 Aug 2019 85,139 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 81,051 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

back box has a hanger corroded away still supported

Pass 12 Aug 2017 69,160 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 66,325 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 65,450 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2014 64,336 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 63,372 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 62,594 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 62,589 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2011 61,172 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 60,023 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2010 60,023 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 17 May 2010 57,546 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 May 2010 57,546 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 47,525 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 May 2009 47,525 miles

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

Fail 30 May 2008 39,854 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 May 2008 39,854 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 33,844 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 26,948 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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DK04 VRT is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 DK04 VRT, 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 DK04 VRT registered?

DK04 VRT is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 March 2004.

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