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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 116,346 miles on the clock, averaging 4,416 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 SO53 SVV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 116,346 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,965 |
| Average per year | 4,416 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 SVV |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 SVV
What car is SO53 SVV?
SO53 SVV is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.
What is the mileage of SO53 SVV?
The last recorded mileage for SO53 SVV was 116,346 miles, recorded on 18 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO53 SVV passed its MOT?
SO53 SVV has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 18 Nov 2024.
Is SO53 SVV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO53 SVV 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 SVV?
SO53 SVV is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.