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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 91,390 miles on the clock, averaging 5,748 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 GV53 YVG
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 91,390 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,840 |
| Average per year | 5,748 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | GV53 YVG |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GV53 YVG
What car is GV53 YVG?
GV53 YVG is a blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Brighton in 2004.
What is the mileage of GV53 YVG?
The last recorded mileage for GV53 YVG was 91,390 miles, recorded on 12 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV53 YVG passed its MOT?
GV53 YVG has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 Apr 2017.
Is GV53 YVG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV53 YVG 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 GV53 YVG?
GV53 YVG is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.