Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 61,366 miles on the clock, averaging 4,765 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 ETL
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 61,366 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,765 |
| 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 | MD53 ETL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 ETL
What car is MD53 ETL?
MD53 ETL is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of MD53 ETL?
The last recorded mileage for MD53 ETL was 61,366 miles, recorded on 4 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MD53 ETL passed its MOT?
MD53 ETL has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Oct 2017.
Is MD53 ETL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MD53 ETL 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 ETL?
MD53 ETL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.