Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 98,558 miles on the clock, averaging 6,100 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 DF53 RFJ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 98,558 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,100 |
| 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 | DF53 RFJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DF — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DF53 RFJ
What car is DF53 RFJ?
DF53 RFJ is a silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chester in 2004.
What is the mileage of DF53 RFJ?
The last recorded mileage for DF53 RFJ was 98,558 miles, recorded on 16 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF53 RFJ passed its MOT?
DF53 RFJ has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Jul 2019.
Is DF53 RFJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF53 RFJ 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 DF53 RFJ?
DF53 RFJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.