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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 161,697 miles on the clock, averaging 10,755 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 GL53 WHM
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 161,697 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 10,755 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | GL53 WHM |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GL53 WHM
What car is GL53 WHM?
GL53 WHM is a blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2004.
What is the mileage of GL53 WHM?
The last recorded mileage for GL53 WHM was 161,697 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL53 WHM passed its MOT?
GL53 WHM has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2017.
Is GL53 WHM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL53 WHM 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 GL53 WHM?
GL53 WHM is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.