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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing once (95% pass rate). It has 78,610 miles on the clock, averaging 3,272 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 AX53 NRO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 78,610 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 715 |
| Average per year | 3,272 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | AX53 NRO |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AX — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AX53 NRO
What car is AX53 NRO?
AX53 NRO is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2004.
What is the mileage of AX53 NRO?
The last recorded mileage for AX53 NRO was 78,610 miles, recorded on 14 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AX53 NRO passed its MOT?
AX53 NRO has had 20 MOT tests with an 95% pass rate (19 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 14 Jan 2026.
Is AX53 NRO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AX53 NRO 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 AX53 NRO?
AX53 NRO is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.