Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 161,263 miles on the clock, averaging 9,966 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 CV53 HTJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 161,263 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,117 |
| Average per year | 9,966 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | CV53 HTJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About CV53 HTJ
What car is CV53 HTJ?
CV53 HTJ is a black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Swansea in 2003.
What is the mileage of CV53 HTJ?
The last recorded mileage for CV53 HTJ was 161,263 miles, recorded on 15 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CV53 HTJ passed its MOT?
CV53 HTJ has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 15 Aug 2018.
Is CV53 HTJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV53 HTJ 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 CV53 HTJ?
CV53 HTJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.