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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 92,103 miles on the clock, averaging 5,938 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for CE53 UTM
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 92,103 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 40 |
| Average per year | 5,938 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 UTM |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 UTM
What car is CE53 UTM?
CE53 UTM is a blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2003.
What is the mileage of CE53 UTM?
The last recorded mileage for CE53 UTM was 92,103 miles, recorded on 24 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CE53 UTM passed its MOT?
CE53 UTM has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 24 Mar 2021.
Is CE53 UTM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE53 UTM 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 UTM?
CE53 UTM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.