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EG53 EXJ

2004 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

82,848 mi
Last recorded82,848 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG53 EXJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 82,848 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 81,158 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2023 79,705 miles

All metal brake pipes corroded

Pass 15 Nov 2022 78,402 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 76,670 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2021 76,670 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 74,851 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 72,765 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 68,802 miles

Offside Rear heat shield detached refitted

Fail 14 Nov 2018 68,802 miles

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

Offside Rear heat shield detached refitted

Pass 14 Nov 2017 66,654 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 14 Nov 2016 64,933 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 64,933 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 62,068 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 58,264 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 54,732 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 50,408 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 45,765 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 40,403 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 34,975 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 29,519 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 23,700 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 19,754 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 EXJ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 EG53 EXJ, 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

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What year was EG53 EXJ registered?

EG53 EXJ is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 21 February 2004.

Is EG53 EXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EG53 EXJ shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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