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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 89,182 miles on the clock, averaging 4,774 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 SE53 UWD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 89,182 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,294 |
| Average per year | 4,774 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | SE53 UWD |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SE — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SE53 UWD
What car is SE53 UWD?
SE53 UWD is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2004.
What is the mileage of SE53 UWD?
The last recorded mileage for SE53 UWD was 89,182 miles, recorded on 16 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SE53 UWD passed its MOT?
SE53 UWD has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 Oct 2019.
Is SE53 UWD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SE53 UWD 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 SE53 UWD?
SE53 UWD is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.