Vehicle summary
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 54,472 miles on the clock, averaging 2,626 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 AP53 LXK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 54,472 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,626 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 LXK |
| 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 LXK
What car is AP53 LXK?
AP53 LXK is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Norwich in 2003.
What is the mileage of AP53 LXK?
The last recorded mileage for AP53 LXK was 54,472 miles, recorded on 8 Jun 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AP53 LXK passed its MOT?
AP53 LXK has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 8 Jun 2020.
Is AP53 LXK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP53 LXK 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 LXK?
AP53 LXK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.