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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 174,186 miles on the clock, averaging 10,459 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for EN53 VRC
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 174,186 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20 |
| Average per year | 10,459 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | EN53 VRC |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EN — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EN53 VRC
What car is EN53 VRC?
EN53 VRC is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of EN53 VRC?
The last recorded mileage for EN53 VRC was 174,186 miles, recorded on 10 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EN53 VRC passed its MOT?
EN53 VRC has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Jan 2020.
Is EN53 VRC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EN53 VRC 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 EN53 VRC?
EN53 VRC is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.