Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 64,081 miles on the clock, averaging 6,202 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 AK53 DZE
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 64,081 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,360 |
| Average per year | 6,202 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 6 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 | AK53 DZE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AK53 DZE
What car is AK53 DZE?
AK53 DZE is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.
What is the mileage of AK53 DZE?
The last recorded mileage for AK53 DZE was 64,081 miles, recorded on 30 Aug 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK53 DZE passed its MOT?
AK53 DZE has had 6 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (6 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 30 Aug 2011.
Is AK53 DZE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK53 DZE 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 AK53 DZE?
AK53 DZE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.