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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). It has 96,226 miles on the clock, averaging 4,219 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 BC04 SXL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 96,226 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9 |
| Average per year | 4,219 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | BC04 SXL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BC — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About BC04 SXL
What car is BC04 SXL?
BC04 SXL is a green Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BC04 SXL?
The last recorded mileage for BC04 SXL was 96,226 miles, recorded on 17 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BC04 SXL passed its MOT?
BC04 SXL has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 17 Nov 2023.
Is BC04 SXL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BC04 SXL 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 BC04 SXL?
BC04 SXL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.