Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 79,618 miles on the clock, averaging 4,740 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for AK53 BEX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 79,618 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,562 |
| Average per year | 4,740 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Fiesta
These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Fiesta models (2002–2008), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
1. Coolant thermostat housing (plastic outlet on cylinder head)
Plastic housing cracks or warps, O-ring seal fails, releasing fragments into cooling system.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AK53 BEX |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AK53 BEX
What car is AK53 BEX?
AK53 BEX is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2004.
What is the mileage of AK53 BEX?
The last recorded mileage for AK53 BEX was 79,618 miles, recorded on 26 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK53 BEX passed its MOT?
AK53 BEX has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 26 Nov 2022.
Is AK53 BEX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK53 BEX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AK53 BEX?
AK53 BEX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.