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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 37,483 miles on the clock, averaging 3,681 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 BL53 YWT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 37,483 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,681 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | BL53 YWT |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BL53 YWT
What car is BL53 YWT?
BL53 YWT is a green Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BL53 YWT?
The last recorded mileage for BL53 YWT was 37,483 miles, recorded on 24 Oct 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL53 YWT passed its MOT?
BL53 YWT has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Oct 2014.
Is BL53 YWT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL53 YWT 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 BL53 YWT?
BL53 YWT is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.