Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 49,772 miles on the clock, averaging 4,406 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 CE53 FPL
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 49,772 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,113 |
| Average per year | 4,406 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | CE53 FPL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CE — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About CE53 FPL
What car is CE53 FPL?
CE53 FPL is a green Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2003.
What is the mileage of CE53 FPL?
The last recorded mileage for CE53 FPL was 49,772 miles, recorded on 13 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CE53 FPL passed its MOT?
CE53 FPL has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Nov 2015.
Is CE53 FPL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE53 FPL 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 CE53 FPL?
CE53 FPL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.