Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 5 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing once (80% pass rate). It has 41,936 miles on the clock, averaging 6,541 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 SD54 VYJ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 41,936 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,644 |
| Average per year | 6,541 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 5 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 | SD54 VYJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SD — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About SD54 VYJ
What car is SD54 VYJ?
SD54 VYJ is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2004.
What is the mileage of SD54 VYJ?
The last recorded mileage for SD54 VYJ was 41,936 miles, recorded on 3 Nov 2010 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SD54 VYJ passed its MOT?
SD54 VYJ has had 5 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (4 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 3 Nov 2010.
Is SD54 VYJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD54 VYJ 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 SD54 VYJ?
SD54 VYJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.