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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 93,156 miles on the clock, averaging 4,982 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 GD53 RCU
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 93,156 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,431 |
| Average per year | 4,982 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | GD53 RCU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GD — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GD53 RCU
What car is GD53 RCU?
GD53 RCU is a silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2004.
What is the mileage of GD53 RCU?
The last recorded mileage for GD53 RCU was 93,156 miles, recorded on 25 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GD53 RCU passed its MOT?
GD53 RCU has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 25 Sep 2020.
Is GD53 RCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GD53 RCU 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 GD53 RCU?
GD53 RCU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.