Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 138,841 miles on the clock, averaging 6,932 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 EF54 HDL
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 138,841 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,932 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 HDL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 HDL
What car is EF54 HDL?
EF54 HDL is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of EF54 HDL?
The last recorded mileage for EF54 HDL was 138,841 miles, recorded on 8 Apr 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF54 HDL passed its MOT?
EF54 HDL has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Apr 2021.
Is EF54 HDL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF54 HDL 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 HDL?
EF54 HDL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.