Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 76,947 miles on the clock, averaging 7,804 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for AK53 OPB
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 76,947 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,804 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 OPB |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 OPB
What car is AK53 OPB?
AK53 OPB is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.
What is the mileage of AK53 OPB?
The last recorded mileage for AK53 OPB was 76,947 miles, recorded on 14 Feb 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK53 OPB passed its MOT?
AK53 OPB has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Feb 2014.
Is AK53 OPB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK53 OPB 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 OPB?
AK53 OPB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.