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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 80,148 miles on the clock, averaging 3,582 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 EF53 BPV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 80,148 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,582 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | EF53 BPV |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EF53 BPV
What car is EF53 BPV?
EF53 BPV is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of EF53 BPV?
The last recorded mileage for EF53 BPV was 80,148 miles, recorded on 11 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF53 BPV passed its MOT?
EF53 BPV has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 11 Aug 2023.
Is EF53 BPV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF53 BPV 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 EF53 BPV?
EF53 BPV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.