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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 28,001 miles on the clock, averaging 4,629 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 AO53 VCL
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 28,001 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,705 |
| Average per year | 4,629 |
| 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 | AO53 VCL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AO53 VCL
What car is AO53 VCL?
AO53 VCL is an green Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Norwich in 2003.
What is the mileage of AO53 VCL?
The last recorded mileage for AO53 VCL was 28,001 miles, recorded on 10 Oct 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO53 VCL passed its MOT?
AO53 VCL has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Oct 2011.
Is AO53 VCL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO53 VCL 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 AO53 VCL?
AO53 VCL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.