Vehicle summary
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 73,998 miles on the clock, averaging 5,160 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 LA53 DZE
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 73,998 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,160 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | LA53 DZE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LA — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LA53 DZE
What car is LA53 DZE?
LA53 DZE is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2004.
What is the mileage of LA53 DZE?
The last recorded mileage for LA53 DZE was 73,998 miles, recorded on 21 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LA53 DZE passed its MOT?
LA53 DZE has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 21 Jan 2020.
Is LA53 DZE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LA53 DZE 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 LA53 DZE?
LA53 DZE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.