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 173,741 miles on the clock, averaging 13,008 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for ST53 VJM
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 173,741 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 26,368 |
| Average per year | 13,008 |
| 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 VJM |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 VJM
What car is ST53 VJM?
ST53 VJM is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Dundee in 2004.
What is the mileage of ST53 VJM?
The last recorded mileage for ST53 VJM was 173,741 miles, recorded on 28 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ST53 VJM passed its MOT?
ST53 VJM has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Feb 2017.
Is ST53 VJM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ST53 VJM 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 VJM?
ST53 VJM is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.