Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
CV53 RBY

2003 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Black Registered in Swansea, Cymru (Wales) · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 103,156 miles on the clock, averaging 12,249 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 RBY

MOT Status
Due date passed
103,156
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2006
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
12,249

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading103,156 miles
Reading date
Average per year12,249
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for CV53 RBY 28k47k66k84k103k '06'12'09

Check CV53 RBY

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage103,156 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage103,156 miles
Since last MOT+18,781 miles
PASS
Mileage84,375 miles
Since last MOT+17,829 miles
PASS
Mileage66,546 miles
Since last MOT+14,489 miles
PASS
Mileage52,057 miles
Since last MOT+7,442 miles
PASS
Mileage44,615 miles
Since last MOT+7,088 miles
PASS
Mileage37,527 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,527 miles
Since last MOT+9,052 miles
PASS
Mileage28,475 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Ford Fiesta often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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.

Read our Ford Fiesta Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Ford Fiesta

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV53 RBY
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeCV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

More CV53 R plates

Browse all CV53 R registrations from Swansea.

About CV53 RBY

What car is CV53 RBY?

CV53 RBY is a black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Swansea in 2003.

What is the mileage of CV53 RBY?

The last recorded mileage for CV53 RBY was 103,156 miles, recorded on 18 Oct 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CV53 RBY passed its MOT?

CV53 RBY has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 18 Oct 2012.

Is CV53 RBY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV53 RBY 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 RBY?

CV53 RBY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.