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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 68,057 miles on the clock, averaging 4,729 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for MD53 ECA
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 68,057 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,025 |
| Average per year | 4,729 |
| 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 | MD53 ECA |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MD — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MD53 ECA
What car is MD53 ECA?
MD53 ECA is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of MD53 ECA?
The last recorded mileage for MD53 ECA was 68,057 miles, recorded on 31 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MD53 ECA passed its MOT?
MD53 ECA has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 31 Jul 2019.
Is MD53 ECA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MD53 ECA 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 MD53 ECA?
MD53 ECA is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.