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DL04 EVP

2004 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

90,186 mi
Last recorded90,186 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL04 EVP
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 90,186 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

slight corrosion evident on under body and components

Pass 1 Mar 2025 84,742 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2023 82,730 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x 2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under body & parts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jul 2023 82,726 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under body & parts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2022 80,745 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under body & parts corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under body & parts corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2021 78,870 miles

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded all ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Jul 2021 78,870 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded all ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 77,370 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x 2 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 75,464 miles

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

Fail 12 Jul 2019 75,464 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2018 73,426 miles

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

Fail 12 Jul 2018 73,425 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Jul 2017 69,252 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 64,757 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 59,616 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 54,801 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 50,779 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 11 Jul 2013 50,779 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 48,080 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 43,621 miles

n/s/r and o/s/r tyre walls cracking

Pass 29 Jul 2010 38,957 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

both front wiper split

full exhaust system corroded

Pass 31 Jul 2009 32,985 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 32,985 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 1 Aug 2008 27,503 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 20,949 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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DL04 EVP is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 DL04 EVP, 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 DL04 EVP registered?

DL04 EVP is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 July 2004.

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