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DX54 XHZ

2004 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

117,883 mi
Last recorded117,883 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2022
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX54 XHZ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2022 117,883 miles

Front brake discs in poor condition - corroded

Nearside Rear Shock absorber dust cover insecure

Rear axle mounting bushes worn - both sides

Fail 8 Nov 2022 117,822 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle Un-balance on front brakes (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Front brake discs in poor condition - corroded

Nearside Rear Shock absorber dust cover insecure

Rear axle mounting bushes worn - both sides

Pass 11 Nov 2021 112,860 miles

Nearside Rear WHEEL BADLY BUCKLED

Fail 5 Nov 2021 112,860 miles

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

Offside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear WHEEL BADLY BUCKLED

Pass 30 Oct 2020 102,777 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2020 102,777 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength OUTER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength OUTER SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases SILENCER (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted BUCKLED ON INSIDE (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 98,210 miles

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

Rear Exhaust deteriorated

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

Pass 13 Dec 2018 95,215 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2018 95,214 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Coolant leak ()

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 91,373 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Dec 2016 87,344 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 29 Dec 2015 84,362 miles

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Dec 2014 81,193 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 20 Dec 2013 77,164 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Dec 2013 77,164 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2012 69,288 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 60,877 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 52,085 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2009 43,688 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2008 34,215 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 25,271 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 XHZ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 XHZ, 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 XHZ registered?

DX54 XHZ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 31 December 2004.

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