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 91,598 miles on the clock, averaging 4,314 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 BD53 UGG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 91,598 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,265 |
| Average per year | 4,314 |
| 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 | BD53 UGG |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Green |
| 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 UGG
What car is BD53 UGG?
BD53 UGG is a green Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BD53 UGG?
The last recorded mileage for BD53 UGG was 91,598 miles, recorded on 14 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD53 UGG passed its MOT?
BD53 UGG has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 14 Oct 2021.
Is BD53 UGG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD53 UGG 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 UGG?
BD53 UGG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.