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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for ET53 HLV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 140,255 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,467 |
| Average per year | 6,269 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | ET53 HLV |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ET — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About ET53 HLV
What car is ET53 HLV?
ET53 HLV is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
Has ET53 HLV passed its MOT?
ET53 HLV has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 10 Jan 2020.
Is ET53 HLV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET53 HLV 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 ET53 HLV?
ET53 HLV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.