Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 74,831 miles on the clock, averaging 7,872 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 DS53 EPV
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 74,831 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,872 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | DS53 EPV |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DS — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DS53 EPV
What car is DS53 EPV?
DS53 EPV is a blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2004.
What is the mileage of DS53 EPV?
The last recorded mileage for DS53 EPV was 74,831 miles, recorded on 5 Feb 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS53 EPV passed its MOT?
DS53 EPV has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Feb 2014.
Is DS53 EPV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS53 EPV 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 DS53 EPV?
DS53 EPV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.