Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 98,258 miles on the clock, averaging 6,900 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for ET53 WMG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 98,258 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,900 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 WMG |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 WMG
What car is ET53 WMG?
ET53 WMG is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of ET53 WMG?
The last recorded mileage for ET53 WMG was 98,258 miles, recorded on 4 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ET53 WMG passed its MOT?
ET53 WMG has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 4 Jun 2018.
Is ET53 WMG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET53 WMG 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 WMG?
ET53 WMG is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.