Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 112,115 miles on the clock, averaging 8,812 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 BV53 PGX
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 112,115 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 340 |
| Average per year | 8,812 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | BV53 PGX |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BV — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BV53 PGX
What car is BV53 PGX?
BV53 PGX is a black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BV53 PGX?
The last recorded mileage for BV53 PGX was 112,115 miles, recorded on 21 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV53 PGX passed its MOT?
BV53 PGX has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 Dec 2016.
Is BV53 PGX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV53 PGX 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 BV53 PGX?
BV53 PGX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.