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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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 64,303 miles on the clock, averaging 4,938 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 ML54 CDU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 64,303 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,596 |
| Average per year | 4,938 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | ML54 CDU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About ML54 CDU
What car is ML54 CDU?
ML54 CDU is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of ML54 CDU?
The last recorded mileage for ML54 CDU was 64,303 miles, recorded on 22 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML54 CDU passed its MOT?
ML54 CDU has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 22 Sep 2017.
Is ML54 CDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML54 CDU 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 ML54 CDU?
ML54 CDU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.