Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 122,093 miles on the clock, averaging 9,560 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for CE53 HNX
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 122,093 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,048 |
| Average per year | 9,560 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 HNX |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 HNX
What car is CE53 HNX?
CE53 HNX is a silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2003.
What is the mileage of CE53 HNX?
The last recorded mileage for CE53 HNX was 122,093 miles, recorded on 1 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CE53 HNX passed its MOT?
CE53 HNX has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Sep 2017.
Is CE53 HNX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE53 HNX 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 HNX?
CE53 HNX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.