Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 10 (62% pass rate). It has 132,718 miles on the clock, averaging 6,510 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 YLU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 132,718 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 131 |
| Average per year | 6,510 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | GV04 YLU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About GV04 YLU
What car is GV04 YLU?
GV04 YLU is a blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Brighton in 2004.
What is the mileage of GV04 YLU?
The last recorded mileage for GV04 YLU was 132,718 miles, recorded on 8 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV04 YLU passed its MOT?
GV04 YLU has had 26 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (16 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 8 Jul 2024.
Is GV04 YLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV04 YLU 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 YLU?
GV04 YLU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.