Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 160,471 miles on the clock, averaging 8,496 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 EF54 CDU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 160,471 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9 |
| Average per year | 8,496 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | EF54 CDU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About EF54 CDU
What car is EF54 CDU?
EF54 CDU is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of EF54 CDU?
The last recorded mileage for EF54 CDU was 160,471 miles, recorded on 16 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF54 CDU passed its MOT?
EF54 CDU has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Nov 2023.
Is EF54 CDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF54 CDU 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 EF54 CDU?
EF54 CDU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.