Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1388cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing once (86% pass rate). It has 51,710 miles on the clock, averaging 4,465 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 Duratec engine is known for sigma 1.4l duratec.
MOT & Mileage History for BL53 CTV
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 51,710 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,973 |
| Average per year | 4,465 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL53 CTV |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1388cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BL53 CTV
What car is BL53 CTV?
BL53 CTV is a black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1388cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BL53 CTV?
The last recorded mileage for BL53 CTV was 51,710 miles, recorded on 13 Dec 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL53 CTV passed its MOT?
BL53 CTV has had 7 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (6 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 13 Dec 2011.
Is BL53 CTV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL53 CTV 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 BL53 CTV?
BL53 CTV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.