Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 101,026 miles on the clock, averaging 8,517 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 SN53 BPL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 101,026 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,517 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | SN53 BPL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SN — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SN53 BPL
What car is SN53 BPL?
SN53 BPL is an green Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.
What is the mileage of SN53 BPL?
The last recorded mileage for SN53 BPL was 101,026 miles, recorded on 27 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SN53 BPL passed its MOT?
SN53 BPL has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 Jan 2017.
Is SN53 BPL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SN53 BPL 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 SN53 BPL?
SN53 BPL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.