Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 173,293 miles on the clock, averaging 11,834 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for BG54 DSE
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 173,293 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,141 |
| Average per year | 11,834 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | BG54 DSE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About BG54 DSE
What car is BG54 DSE?
BG54 DSE is a red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BG54 DSE?
The last recorded mileage for BG54 DSE was 173,293 miles, recorded on 4 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG54 DSE passed its MOT?
BG54 DSE has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Apr 2019.
Is BG54 DSE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG54 DSE 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 BG54 DSE?
BG54 DSE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.