Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 74,495 miles on the clock, averaging 4,638 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 SWF
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 74,495 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,152 |
| Average per year | 4,638 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 SWF |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 SWF
What car is SO53 SWF?
SO53 SWF is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.
What is the mileage of SO53 SWF?
The last recorded mileage for SO53 SWF was 74,495 miles, recorded on 16 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO53 SWF passed its MOT?
SO53 SWF has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 16 Oct 2020.
Is SO53 SWF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO53 SWF 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 SWF?
SO53 SWF is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.