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2004 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · RV04 EDR

RV04 EDR

2004 Ford Fiesta (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2004. Recorded mileage 60,890 miles. MOT valid until 20 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.

Make & Model
FORD FIESTA
Year / Origin
2004 · Reading
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 20 Apr 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
Recorded Mileage
60,890 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 20 Apr 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Aug 2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2004
Engine
1242cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle shows an improving maintenance trend following a failure in May 2023. The most recent test on 19 April 2025 resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. This follows a clean pass in May 2024, suggesting that whatever caused the failure in the previous year has been addressed and the vehicle has maintained a clean MOT record for the two most recent inspection cycles. The recorded mileage of 55,859 miles is low for a 2004 model, averaging approximately 2,539 miles per year. The MOT history provides a snapshot of the vehicle over the last four years, though the data does not show specific mileage increments for each individual test to confirm consistent usage patterns. The low annual mileage suggests infrequent use, which can sometimes lead to issues with components like seals or batteries, but the recent clean passes indicate the vehicle remains operational. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection of the vehicle's underside to check for structural corrosion, as older vehicles with low usage often suffer from surface rust or seized components due to sitting idle. While the MOT history shows no recent advisories for suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake wear, the lack of recorded defects in the last two years means these consumables should be checked manually. The tester recorded no issues with exhaust emissions or braking systems in the 2025 test, but a thorough check of the braking hardware and tyre condition is necessary to supplement the electronic record.

RV04 EDR Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 22/04/2026
  • 60,890 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (5 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
65
/ 100 · Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
✗ 2 dangerous defects found recently
! Older vehicle
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RV04 EDR Mileage History

  1. 01/06/202353,112 mi
  2. 21/05/202454,569 mi+1,457 mi
  3. 19/04/202555,859 mi+1,290 mi
  4. 21/04/202660,876 mi+5,017 mi
  5. 22/04/202660,890 mi+14 mi

Average of roughly 2,691 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

RV04 EDR MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Aug 2026, 11:33
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Ford Fiesta (RV04 EDR) between June 2023 and April 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 22 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (5 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))”.

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