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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 102,408 miles on the clock, averaging 5,936 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 CU04 BWE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 102,408 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,531 |
| Average per year | 5,936 |
| 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 | CU04 BWE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About CU04 BWE
What car is CU04 BWE?
CU04 BWE is a blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Swansea in 2004.
What is the mileage of CU04 BWE?
The last recorded mileage for CU04 BWE was 102,408 miles, recorded on 19 Jul 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU04 BWE passed its MOT?
CU04 BWE has had 16 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (15 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 19 Jul 2021.
Is CU04 BWE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU04 BWE 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 CU04 BWE?
CU04 BWE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.