Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 106,717 miles on the clock, averaging 7,678 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 SO53 PFK
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 106,717 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,832 |
| Average per year | 7,678 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | SO53 PFK |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Orange |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SO53 PFK
What car is SO53 PFK?
SO53 PFK is an orange Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.
What is the mileage of SO53 PFK?
The last recorded mileage for SO53 PFK was 106,717 miles, recorded on 5 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO53 PFK passed its MOT?
SO53 PFK has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Oct 2017.
Is SO53 PFK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO53 PFK 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 SO53 PFK?
SO53 PFK is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.