Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 101,240 miles on the clock, averaging 5,637 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for SY04 UEL
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 101,240 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,637 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | SY04 UEL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About SY04 UEL
What car is SY04 UEL?
SY04 UEL is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Inverness in 2004.
What is the mileage of SY04 UEL?
The last recorded mileage for SY04 UEL was 101,240 miles, recorded on 18 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY04 UEL passed its MOT?
SY04 UEL has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 18 Mar 2019.
Is SY04 UEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY04 UEL 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 SY04 UEL?
SY04 UEL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.