Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 88,405 miles on the clock, averaging 5,344 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 AP53 LKV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 88,405 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,344 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | AP53 LKV |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AP — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AP53 LKV
What car is AP53 LKV?
AP53 LKV is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Norwich in 2003.
What is the mileage of AP53 LKV?
The last recorded mileage for AP53 LKV was 88,405 miles, recorded on 19 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AP53 LKV passed its MOT?
AP53 LKV has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 19 Feb 2021.
Is AP53 LKV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP53 LKV 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 AP53 LKV?
AP53 LKV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.