Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 133,551 miles on the clock, averaging 10,014 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 GR53 FOU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 133,551 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,014 |
| 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 | GR53 FOU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GR — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GR53 FOU
What car is GR53 FOU?
GR53 FOU is a blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Brighton in 2004.
What is the mileage of GR53 FOU?
The last recorded mileage for GR53 FOU was 133,551 miles, recorded on 6 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GR53 FOU passed its MOT?
GR53 FOU has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 6 Dec 2016.
Is GR53 FOU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GR53 FOU 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 GR53 FOU?
GR53 FOU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.