Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 156,604 miles on the clock, averaging 12,056 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 FD53 HKB
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 156,604 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,056 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | FD53 HKB |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FD — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FD53 HKB
What car is FD53 HKB?
FD53 HKB is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of FD53 HKB?
The last recorded mileage for FD53 HKB was 156,604 miles, recorded on 1 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FD53 HKB passed its MOT?
FD53 HKB has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 1 Mar 2018.
Is FD53 HKB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD53 HKB 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 FD53 HKB?
FD53 HKB is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.