Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1388cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 147,572 miles on the clock, averaging 7,059 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 Duratec engine is known for sigma 1.4l duratec.
MOT & Mileage History for BD53 FLJ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 147,572 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,767 |
| Average per year | 7,059 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BD53 FLJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1388cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BD — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BD53 FLJ
What car is BD53 FLJ?
BD53 FLJ is a silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1388cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BD53 FLJ?
The last recorded mileage for BD53 FLJ was 147,572 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD53 FLJ passed its MOT?
BD53 FLJ has had 15 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (14 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Jan 2020.
Is BD53 FLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD53 FLJ 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 BD53 FLJ?
BD53 FLJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.