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DN04 TGJ

2004 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2018
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

146,724 mi
Last recorded146,724 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN04 TGJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2017 146,724 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

n/s wheel bearing noisy l

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

Fail 8 Apr 2017 146,724 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust system not adequately supported back box (7.1.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

n/s wheel bearing noisy l

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 138,219 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust corroded and flexi deteriorated

Fail 14 Apr 2016 138,219 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

exhaust corroded and flexi deteriorated

Pass 27 Mar 2015 125,100 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 26 Mar 2015 125,100 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 111,541 miles

cracks on o/s/rear outer tyre wall

dent in o/s/r inner wheel rim

dent n/s/front inner wheel rim

horn slightly weak

n/s/front tyre wearing on inner edge

p/a/s/pipe corroded

rear cat shield loose

wipers smearing

Fail 9 Apr 2014 111,541 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

cracks on o/s/rear outer tyre wall

dent in o/s/r inner wheel rim

dent n/s/front inner wheel rim

horn slightly weak

n/s/front tyre wearing on inner edge

p/a/s/pipe corroded

rear cat shield loose

wipers smearing

Pass 9 Apr 2013 97,038 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

fornt number plate cracked, and rear deteriated

horn low on sound/poor, but working

Fail 9 Apr 2013 97,038 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

fornt number plate cracked, and rear deteriated

horn low on sound/poor, but working

Pass 13 Apr 2012 83,111 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

slight run out on o/s and n/s/front inner wheel rims

Fail 13 Apr 2012 83,111 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

slight run out on o/s and n/s/front inner wheel rims

Pass 19 Apr 2011 70,426 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 70,426 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 24 May 2010 63,396 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 57,121 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 45,361 miles
Fail 27 May 2008 45,361 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 May 2007 34,260 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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DN04 TGJ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 DN04 TGJ, 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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DN04 TGJ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 29 May 2004.

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