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 30 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 13 (57% pass rate). It has 151,693 miles on the clock, averaging 7,886 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for BW04 LHJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 151,693 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 7,886 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 30 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 | BW04 LHJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BW — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About BW04 LHJ
What car is BW04 LHJ?
BW04 LHJ is a black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BW04 LHJ?
The last recorded mileage for BW04 LHJ was 151,693 miles, recorded on 21 Dec 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BW04 LHJ passed its MOT?
BW04 LHJ has had 30 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (17 passes, 13 failures). It last passed on 21 Dec 2022.
Is BW04 LHJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW04 LHJ 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 BW04 LHJ?
BW04 LHJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.