Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 125,085 miles on the clock, averaging 9,044 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for MW53 BVB
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 125,085 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,044 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | MW53 BVB |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MW53 BVB
What car is MW53 BVB?
MW53 BVB is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Manchester in 2004.
What is the mileage of MW53 BVB?
The last recorded mileage for MW53 BVB was 125,085 miles, recorded on 29 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW53 BVB passed its MOT?
MW53 BVB has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 29 May 2019.
Is MW53 BVB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW53 BVB 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 MW53 BVB?
MW53 BVB is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.