Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 123,918 miles on the clock, averaging 9,380 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for AO53 ZRX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 123,918 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 749 |
| Average per year | 9,380 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 ZRX |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 ZRX
What car is AO53 ZRX?
AO53 ZRX is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Norwich in 2003.
What is the mileage of AO53 ZRX?
The last recorded mileage for AO53 ZRX was 123,918 miles, recorded on 22 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO53 ZRX passed its MOT?
AO53 ZRX has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 22 Nov 2017.
Is AO53 ZRX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO53 ZRX 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 ZRX?
AO53 ZRX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.