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DX54 FBZ

2004 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

44,438 mi
Last recorded44,438 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2023
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX54 FBZ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2023 44,438 miles

Coil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Fail 28 Jul 2023 44,438 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Coil spring corroded All four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2022 44,380 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 44,239 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 43,838 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 42,092 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 39,801 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 38,156 miles

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)

Pass 16 May 2016 36,052 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 34,011 miles

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

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

front wipers slight smearing

offside rear tyre cracking

Pass 3 Jun 2014 31,042 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 28,527 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 28,527 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 14 Aug 2012 26,188 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 23,412 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 23,412 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 20,834 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 18,153 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 14,724 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 10,561 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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DX54 FBZ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 DX54 FBZ, 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 DX54 FBZ registered?

DX54 FBZ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 September 2004.

Is DX54 FBZ safe to buy?

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