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MLZ 8180

2004 Ford Fiesta LX

Grey Other 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

164,462 mi
Last recorded164,462 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMLZ 8180
MakeFord
ModelFiesta LX
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeOther
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 164,462 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2026 164,402 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2024 153,822 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 149,193 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 145,064 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 136,641 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 127,936 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 119,500 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 112,337 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2017 112,230 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Fiesta LX?

Based on 2,103 MOT tests across 689 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
3,583
Miles/Year
689
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Hazard warning lamps inoperative 2
Brake pipe excessively corroded 2
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings 1
drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit breaking up 1
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MLZ 8180 is a 2004 Ford Fiesta LX in Grey with a 1,242cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Ford Fiesta LX fails its MOT is hazard warning lamps inoperative, accounting for 2 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MLZ 8180, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MLZ 8180 registered?

MLZ 8180 is a 2004 Ford Fiesta LX, first registered on 1 February 2004.

Is MLZ 8180 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MLZ 8180 shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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