Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 4 (60% pass rate). It has 53,224 miles on the clock, averaging 6,146 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for SC53 HPJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 53,224 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,146 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | SC53 HPJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SC — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SC53 HPJ
What car is SC53 HPJ?
SC53 HPJ is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2004.
What is the mileage of SC53 HPJ?
The last recorded mileage for SC53 HPJ was 53,224 miles, recorded on 19 Oct 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SC53 HPJ passed its MOT?
SC53 HPJ has had 10 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (6 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Oct 2011.
Is SC53 HPJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SC53 HPJ 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 SC53 HPJ?
SC53 HPJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.