Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 57,651 miles on the clock, averaging 5,991 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 AY53 NLE
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 57,651 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 60 |
| Average per year | 5,991 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | AY53 NLE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AY — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AY53 NLE
What car is AY53 NLE?
AY53 NLE is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2003.
What is the mileage of AY53 NLE?
The last recorded mileage for AY53 NLE was 57,651 miles, recorded on 1 Dec 2010 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AY53 NLE passed its MOT?
AY53 NLE has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Dec 2010.
Is AY53 NLE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AY53 NLE 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 AY53 NLE?
AY53 NLE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.