Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 132,465 miles on the clock, averaging 8,357 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 MA53 FKO
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 132,465 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 25 |
| Average per year | 8,357 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | MA53 FKO |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MA53 FKO
What car is MA53 FKO?
MA53 FKO is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of MA53 FKO?
The last recorded mileage for MA53 FKO was 132,465 miles, recorded on 21 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA53 FKO passed its MOT?
MA53 FKO has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 May 2018.
Is MA53 FKO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA53 FKO 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 MA53 FKO?
MA53 FKO is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.