Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 83,207 miles on the clock, averaging 7,625 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for LW53 JHY
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 83,207 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,884 |
| Average per year | 7,625 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | LW53 JHY |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LW — Sidcup, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LW53 JHY
What car is LW53 JHY?
LW53 JHY is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2004.
What is the mileage of LW53 JHY?
The last recorded mileage for LW53 JHY was 83,207 miles, recorded on 7 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LW53 JHY passed its MOT?
LW53 JHY has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 Feb 2015.
Is LW53 JHY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LW53 JHY 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 LW53 JHY?
LW53 JHY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.