Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1388cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 148,096 miles on the clock, averaging 10,591 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 Duratec engine is known for sigma 1.4l duratec.
MOT & Mileage History for NC53 UPJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 148,096 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 133,292 |
| Average per year | 10,591 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NC53 UPJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1388cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NC — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NC53 UPJ
What car is NC53 UPJ?
NC53 UPJ is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1388cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2004.
What is the mileage of NC53 UPJ?
The last recorded mileage for NC53 UPJ was 148,096 miles, recorded on 11 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NC53 UPJ passed its MOT?
NC53 UPJ has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 11 Aug 2017.
Is NC53 UPJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NC53 UPJ 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 NC53 UPJ?
NC53 UPJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.