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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 43,160 miles on the clock, averaging 3,424 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 ML53 UPT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 43,160 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,590 |
| Average per year | 3,424 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | ML53 UPT |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About ML53 UPT
What car is ML53 UPT?
ML53 UPT is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of ML53 UPT?
The last recorded mileage for ML53 UPT was 43,160 miles, recorded on 5 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML53 UPT passed its MOT?
ML53 UPT has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last was tested on 5 Jan 2018.
Is ML53 UPT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML53 UPT 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 ML53 UPT?
ML53 UPT is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.