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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 54,922 miles on the clock, averaging 2,304 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 ET53 JFZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 54,922 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,640 |
| Average per year | 2,304 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 JFZ |
| 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 JFZ
What car is ET53 JFZ?
ET53 JFZ is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of ET53 JFZ?
The last recorded mileage for ET53 JFZ was 54,922 miles, recorded on 3 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ET53 JFZ passed its MOT?
ET53 JFZ has had 23 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (19 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Apr 2025.
Is ET53 JFZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET53 JFZ 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 JFZ?
ET53 JFZ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.