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EG53 JWF

2004 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

88,739 mi
Last recorded88,739 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2025
Typical for 2004 Ford Fiesta64,638 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG53 JWF
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2025 88,739 miles

both front shocks slight leak

nsr shock damp

Pass 9 Mar 2024 83,352 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2024 83,352 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Mar 2023 79,099 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2023 79,099 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2022 74,037 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 69,476 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 68,748 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2018 67,640 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2018 67,640 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 65,999 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 64,007 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 59,752 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 55,131 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2014 55,131 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 9 Jan 2013 50,724 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2013 50,724 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Pass 10 Jan 2012 46,060 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2011 41,471 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 36,458 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 36,453 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 12 Jan 2009 31,937 miles

Nearside Rear 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 23 Jan 2008 26,478 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 19,160 miles

advise front wipers smearing

Fail 23 Jan 2007 19,160 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

advise front wipers smearing

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 JWF is a 2004 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 JWF, 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 JWF registered?

EG53 JWF is a 2004 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is EG53 JWF safe to buy?

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