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EA54 HGU

2004 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2017
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

74,205 mi
Last recorded74,205 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2016
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA54 HGU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2016 74,205 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2015 74,177 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/50/15 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 2 Sep 2014 68,448 miles

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 68,448 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2013 64,477 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 64,475 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 94,702 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2010 94,702 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 45,388 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2009 45,388 miles

Front registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Rear registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

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

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 17 Sep 2008 30,099 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2008 30,099 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2007 18,889 miles

Front bumper insecure

interior mirror missing

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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 HGU is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 EA54 HGU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EA54 HGU?

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What year was EA54 HGU registered?

EA54 HGU is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 13 December 2004.

Is EA54 HGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EA54 HGU shows 13 tests with a 53.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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