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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 86,176 miles on the clock, averaging 4,966 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 FP54 VLU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 86,176 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,107 |
| Average per year | 4,966 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | FP54 VLU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About FP54 VLU
What car is FP54 VLU?
FP54 VLU is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of FP54 VLU?
The last recorded mileage for FP54 VLU was 86,176 miles, recorded on 29 Apr 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FP54 VLU passed its MOT?
FP54 VLU has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 29 Apr 2021.
Is FP54 VLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP54 VLU 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 FP54 VLU?
FP54 VLU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.