Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 114,008 miles on the clock, averaging 8,532 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 ST53 UBJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 114,008 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 8,532 |
| 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 | ST53 UBJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ST — Dundee, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About ST53 UBJ
What car is ST53 UBJ?
ST53 UBJ is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Dundee in 2004.
What is the mileage of ST53 UBJ?
The last recorded mileage for ST53 UBJ was 114,008 miles, recorded on 18 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ST53 UBJ passed its MOT?
ST53 UBJ has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 18 Aug 2017.
Is ST53 UBJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ST53 UBJ 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 ST53 UBJ?
ST53 UBJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.