Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
AK53 YLN

2003 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Silver Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 66,197 miles on the clock, averaging 3,423 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 AK53 YLN

MOT Status
Due date passed
66,197
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2006
62%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 8 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
3,423

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading66,197 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,368
Average per year3,423
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AK53 YLN 14k27k40k53k66k '06'22'16

Check AK53 YLN

Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage66,197 miles
Since last MOT+2,368 miles
PASS
Mileage63,829 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,829 miles
Since last MOT+1,560 miles
PASS
Mileage62,269 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,269 miles
Since last MOT+3,040 miles
PASS
Mileage59,229 miles
Since last MOT+3,505 miles
PASS
Mileage55,724 miles
Since last MOT+2,125 miles
PASS
Mileage53,599 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,599 miles
Since last MOT+2,335 miles
PASS
Mileage51,264 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,264 miles
Since last MOT+3,122 miles
PASS
Mileage48,142 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage48,142 miles
Since last MOT+3,874 miles
FAIL
Mileage44,268 miles
Since last MOT+5,499 miles
PASS
Mileage38,769 miles
Since last MOT+3,874 miles
PASS
Mileage34,895 miles
Since last MOT+3,141 miles
FAIL
Mileage31,754 miles
Since last MOT+4,323 miles
PASS
Mileage27,431 miles
Since last MOT+3,652 miles
FAIL
Mileage23,779 miles
Since last MOT+4,716 miles
PASS
Mileage19,063 miles
Since last MOT+5,338 miles
PASS
Mileage13,725 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Ford Fiesta often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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.

Read our Ford Fiesta Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Ford Fiesta

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 YLN
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAK — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

More AK53 Y plates

Browse all AK53 Y registrations from Peterborough.

About AK53 YLN

What car is AK53 YLN?

AK53 YLN is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.

What is the mileage of AK53 YLN?

The last recorded mileage for AK53 YLN was 66,197 miles, recorded on 22 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AK53 YLN passed its MOT?

AK53 YLN has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 22 Mar 2022.

Is AK53 YLN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK53 YLN 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 YLN?

AK53 YLN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.