Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
GV04 WTU

2004 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Silver Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2004
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 140,354 miles on the clock, averaging 6,135 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.

MOT & Mileage History for GV04 WTU

MOT Status
Due date passed
140,354
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2007
72%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 7 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
6,135

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading140,354 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,135
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GV04 WTU 33k60k87k114k140k '07'24'17

Check GV04 WTU

Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage140,354 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage140,354 miles
Since last MOT+12,668 miles
PASS
Mileage127,686 miles
Since last MOT+10,375 miles
PASS
Mileage117,311 miles
Since last MOT+10,693 miles
PASS
Mileage106,618 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,618 miles
Since last MOT+6,123 miles
PASS
Mileage100,495 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,495 miles
Since last MOT+5,761 miles
PASS
Mileage94,734 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,734 miles
Since last MOT+2,549 miles
PASS
Mileage92,185 miles
Since last MOT+2,826 miles
PASS
Mileage89,359 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,358 miles
Since last MOT+3,866 miles
PASS
Mileage85,492 miles
Since last MOT+4,514 miles
PASS
Mileage80,978 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,978 miles
Since last MOT+4,375 miles
PASS
Mileage76,603 miles
Since last MOT+3,431 miles
PASS
Mileage73,172 miles
Since last MOT+3,978 miles
PASS
Mileage69,194 miles
Since last MOT+6,294 miles
PASS
Mileage62,900 miles
Since last MOT+8,012 miles
PASS
Mileage54,888 miles
Since last MOT+8,131 miles
PASS
Mileage46,757 miles
Since last MOT+6,620 miles
PASS
Mileage40,137 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage40,135 miles
Since last MOT+7,102 miles
PASS
Mileage33,033 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Ford Fiesta often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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.

Read our Ford Fiesta Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Ford Fiesta

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV04 WTU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeGV — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

More GV04 W plates

Browse all GV04 W registrations from Brighton.

About GV04 WTU

What car is GV04 WTU?

GV04 WTU is a silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Brighton in 2004.

What is the mileage of GV04 WTU?

The last recorded mileage for GV04 WTU was 140,354 miles, recorded on 19 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GV04 WTU passed its MOT?

GV04 WTU has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 19 Oct 2024.

Is GV04 WTU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV04 WTU 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 GV04 WTU?

GV04 WTU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.