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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 100,406 miles on the clock, averaging 9,433 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 ET53 JWC
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 100,406 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,865 |
| Average per year | 9,433 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 JWC |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 JWC
What car is ET53 JWC?
ET53 JWC is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of ET53 JWC?
The last recorded mileage for ET53 JWC was 100,406 miles, recorded on 9 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ET53 JWC passed its MOT?
ET53 JWC has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 9 Feb 2015.
Is ET53 JWC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET53 JWC 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 JWC?
ET53 JWC is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.