Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 82,980 miles on the clock, averaging 4,563 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 AJ53 HSE
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 82,980 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,563 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | AJ53 HSE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AJ — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AJ53 HSE
What car is AJ53 HSE?
AJ53 HSE is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.
What is the mileage of AJ53 HSE?
The last recorded mileage for AJ53 HSE was 82,980 miles, recorded on 30 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AJ53 HSE passed its MOT?
AJ53 HSE has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 30 May 2019.
Is AJ53 HSE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ53 HSE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AJ53 HSE?
AJ53 HSE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.