Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 109,952 miles on the clock, averaging 8,656 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for BD53 HLK
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 109,952 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 8,656 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | BD53 HLK |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BD — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BD53 HLK
What car is BD53 HLK?
BD53 HLK is a black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BD53 HLK?
The last recorded mileage for BD53 HLK was 109,952 miles, recorded on 29 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD53 HLK passed its MOT?
BD53 HLK has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 29 Nov 2016.
Is BD53 HLK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD53 HLK 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 HLK?
BD53 HLK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.