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EG53 CLF

2004 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2023
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

100,593 mi
Last recorded100,593 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2022
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG53 CLF
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2022 100,593 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 24 Nov 2021 98,423 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 15 Nov 2021 98,404 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 95,761 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Nov 2020 95,761 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2019 92,851 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2017 86,269 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded rear and middle (3.6.B.2c)

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

eml light displayed

rear heat shield insecure

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

Fail 4 Aug 2017 86,266 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear lower gearbox mounting (6.1.D.1a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded rear and middle (3.6.B.2c)

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

eml light displayed

rear heat shield insecure

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

Pass 11 Jun 2016 78,450 miles

both front drop links slight play

Fail 6 Jun 2016 78,450 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

both front drop links slight play

Pass 29 May 2015 72,161 miles

rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Fail 26 May 2015 72,160 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 31 May 2014 64,400 miles
Fail 30 May 2014 64,400 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 56,294 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 53,759 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 53,751 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 May 2011 50,023 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

nearside rear tyre perrished

Fail 21 May 2011 50,023 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside rear tyre perrished

Pass 6 May 2010 45,705 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 40,654 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 35,434 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2007 29,262 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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EG53 CLF is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 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 EG53 CLF, 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 EG53 CLF registered?

EG53 CLF is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 9 February 2004.

Is EG53 CLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EG53 CLF shows 23 tests with a 65.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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