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EA54 GSV

2004 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

236,572 mi
Last recorded236,572 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2017
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA54 GSV
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Fail 24 Apr 2017 236,572 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

NSF tyre has sidewall damage but not exposing the cords

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

front exhaust weak

parking brake lever has side to side movement

rear suspension weak

Pass 12 Apr 2016 194,397 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 150,484 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 120,487 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

o/s rear tyre distorted on inner edge

Pass 25 Apr 2013 88,864 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)

driver seat does not tilt forwards

front flexy exhaust pipe deteriorated

rear heat sheild loose on exhaust

Fail 24 Apr 2013 88,864 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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)

driver seat does not tilt forwards

front flexy exhaust pipe deteriorated

rear heat sheild loose on exhaust

Pass 24 Apr 2012 72,948 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 26 Apr 2011 59,778 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 54,072 miles

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

Front brake disc's worn

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 31 Oct 2009 42,447 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 29,123 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 21,014 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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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EA54 GSV is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EA54 GSV, 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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EA54 GSV is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 15 October 2004.

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