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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 101,670 miles on the clock, averaging 4,903 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 FT53 DCX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 101,670 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,587 |
| Average per year | 4,903 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | FT53 DCX |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FT — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FT53 DCX
What car is FT53 DCX?
FT53 DCX is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2004.
What is the mileage of FT53 DCX?
The last recorded mileage for FT53 DCX was 101,670 miles, recorded on 24 Mar 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FT53 DCX passed its MOT?
FT53 DCX has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 24 Mar 2025.
Is FT53 DCX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FT53 DCX 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 FT53 DCX?
FT53 DCX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.