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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 62,276 miles on the clock, averaging 4,277 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 MM53 YZL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 62,276 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 4,277 |
| 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 | MM53 YZL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MM — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MM53 YZL
What car is MM53 YZL?
MM53 YZL is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of MM53 YZL?
The last recorded mileage for MM53 YZL was 62,276 miles, recorded on 10 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MM53 YZL passed its MOT?
MM53 YZL has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Feb 2017.
Is MM53 YZL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MM53 YZL 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 MM53 YZL?
MM53 YZL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.