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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 83,523 miles on the clock, averaging 4,776 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 LFX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 83,523 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,776 |
| 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 | ET53 LFX |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 LFX
What car is ET53 LFX?
ET53 LFX is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of ET53 LFX?
The last recorded mileage for ET53 LFX was 83,523 miles, recorded on 27 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ET53 LFX passed its MOT?
ET53 LFX has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 Aug 2021.
Is ET53 LFX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET53 LFX 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 LFX?
ET53 LFX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.