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EG04 FHJ

2004 Ford Fiesta

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

173,560 mi
Last recorded173,560 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2021
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG04 FHJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2021 173,560 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2021 173,450 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 26 Feb 2020 158,319 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Feb 2020 158,319 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2018 150,626 miles

Offside Front Inner CV Boot Slightly Deteriated

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 17 Aug 2018 150,626 miles

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Inner CV Boot Slightly Deteriated

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 21 Aug 2017 138,997 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2016 128,432 miles

Shields and Inner Arch Covers fitted

Pass 1 Sep 2015 122,086 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 106,593 miles

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

Fail 12 Aug 2014 106,589 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2013 91,054 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 28 Aug 2012 74,754 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 74,754 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 60,985 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2010 52,059 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 40,898 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 30,201 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 20,518 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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EG04 FHJ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 EG04 FHJ, 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 EG04 FHJ registered?

EG04 FHJ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 30 July 2004.

Is EG04 FHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EG04 FHJ shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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