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AK53 YVM

2003 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Red Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourRed
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 82,715 miles on the clock, averaging 6,944 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 YVM

MOT Status
Due date passed
82,715
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
6,944

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading82,715 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year6,944
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AK53 YVM 21k37k52k67k83k '06'15'12

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage82,715 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,712 miles
Since last MOT+5,201 miles
PASS
Mileage77,511 miles
Since last MOT+11,100 miles
PASS
Mileage66,411 miles
Since last MOT+9,670 miles
PASS
Mileage56,741 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage56,741 miles
Since last MOT+1,699 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,042 miles
Since last MOT+3,601 miles
PASS
Mileage51,441 miles
Since last MOT+7,188 miles
PASS
Mileage44,253 miles
Since last MOT+8,330 miles
PASS
Mileage35,923 miles
Since last MOT+5,651 miles
PASS
Mileage30,272 miles
Since last MOT+9,150 miles
PASS
Mileage21,122 miles

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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

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

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About AK53 YVM

What car is AK53 YVM?

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

What is the mileage of AK53 YVM?

The last recorded mileage for AK53 YVM was 82,715 miles, recorded on 25 Aug 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AK53 YVM passed its MOT?

AK53 YVM has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Aug 2015.

Is AK53 YVM ULEZ compliant?

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

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