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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 97,749 miles on the clock, averaging 4,827 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 EXF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 97,749 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,520 |
| Average per year | 4,827 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 EXF |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 EXF
What car is FT53 EXF?
FT53 EXF is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2004.
What is the mileage of FT53 EXF?
The last recorded mileage for FT53 EXF was 97,749 miles, recorded on 23 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FT53 EXF passed its MOT?
FT53 EXF has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 23 Feb 2023.
Is FT53 EXF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FT53 EXF 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 EXF?
FT53 EXF is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.