The road tax status for AP53 LWO is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for AP53 LWO?

The MOT for AP53 LWO is valid and due for renewal on or before 21 January 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of AP53 LWO?

The recorded mileage for AP53 LWO is 176,280 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is AP53 LWO ULEZ compliant?

No, AP53 LWO does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

2004 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · AP53 LWO

AP53 LWO

2004 Ford Fiesta (1.4L, petrol). First registered 19 Jan 2004. Recorded mileage 176,280 miles. MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027.

Make & Model: FORD FIESTA
Year / Origin: 2004 · Norwich
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 21 Jan 2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 176,280 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.4L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

2004

Engine

1399cc

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AP53 LWO Key Findings

31 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 05/01/2026
176,280 miles recorded at latest MOT
11 historical MOT failures
4 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (28 mentions)

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AP53 LWO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Nov 2026, 13:28

MOT Analysis

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31 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Ford Fiesta (AP53 LWO) between January 2007 and January 2026.

The record contains 20 passes and 11 failures.

The most recent test on 05 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 11 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (28 issues), Tyres (10 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Bodywork (5 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 44 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”; “Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))”.

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AP53 LWO Mileage History

19/01/200741,327 mi
18/01/200852,352 mi+11,025 mi
29/12/200863,995 mi+11,643 mi
22/12/200975,980 mi+11,985 mi
20/01/201187,806 mi+11,826 mi
20/01/201187,816 mi+10 mi
16/01/201298,353 mi+10,537 mi
16/01/201298,362 mi+9 mi
22/01/2013110,563 mi+12,201 mi
22/01/2013110,573 mi+10 mi
14/01/2014121,228 mi+10,655 mi
17/01/2014121,297 mi+69 mi
20/01/2015133,693 mi+12,396 mi
20/01/2015133,693 mi
19/01/2016145,167 mi+11,474 mi
18/01/2017155,119 mi+9,952 mi
18/01/2017155,129 mi+10 mi
09/01/2018158,730 mi+3,601 mi
02/01/2019160,515 mi+1,785 mi
10/01/2020166,192 mi+5,677 mi
15/01/2020166,195 mi+3 mi
08/01/2021167,907 mi+1,712 mi
08/01/2021167,917 mi+10 mi
14/01/2022169,397 mi+1,480 mi
06/01/2023171,850 mi+2,453 mi
13/01/2023171,886 mi+36 mi
08/01/2024173,577 mi+1,691 mi
15/01/2024173,586 mi+9 mi
06/01/2025174,924 mi+1,338 mi
07/01/2025174,934 mi+10 mi
05/01/2026176,280 mi+1,346 mi

Average of roughly 7,117 miles per year across 31 recorded odometer readings.

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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