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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 15,227 miles on the clock, averaging 744 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 DC53 AXU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 15,227 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 44 |
| Average per year | 744 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | DC53 AXU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DC — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DC53 AXU
What car is DC53 AXU?
DC53 AXU is a black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chester in 2004.
What is the mileage of DC53 AXU?
The last recorded mileage for DC53 AXU was 15,227 miles, recorded on 8 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DC53 AXU passed its MOT?
DC53 AXU has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Jan 2021.
Is DC53 AXU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DC53 AXU 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 DC53 AXU?
DC53 AXU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.