Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 124,964 miles on the clock, averaging 9,153 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 FM53 LJJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 124,964 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 9,153 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | FM53 LJJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FM53 LJJ
What car is FM53 LJJ?
FM53 LJJ is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of FM53 LJJ?
The last recorded mileage for FM53 LJJ was 124,964 miles, recorded on 28 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM53 LJJ passed its MOT?
FM53 LJJ has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 28 Apr 2017.
Is FM53 LJJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM53 LJJ 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 FM53 LJJ?
FM53 LJJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.