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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 2 (67% pass rate). It has 50,977 miles on the clock, averaging 5,725 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for BP53 VRX
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 50,977 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,486 |
| Average per year | 5,725 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 | BP53 VRX |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BP — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BP53 VRX
What car is BP53 VRX?
BP53 VRX is a silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BP53 VRX?
The last recorded mileage for BP53 VRX was 50,977 miles, recorded on 25 Nov 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BP53 VRX passed its MOT?
BP53 VRX has had 6 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (4 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 25 Nov 2011.
Is BP53 VRX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP53 VRX 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 BP53 VRX?
BP53 VRX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.