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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 141,479 miles on the clock, averaging 7,656 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for SM53 OHA
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 141,479 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,656 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | SM53 OHA |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SM53 OHA
What car is SM53 OHA?
SM53 OHA is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.
What is the mileage of SM53 OHA?
The last recorded mileage for SM53 OHA was 141,479 miles, recorded on 31 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM53 OHA passed its MOT?
SM53 OHA has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 31 Oct 2019.
Is SM53 OHA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM53 OHA 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 SM53 OHA?
SM53 OHA is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.