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DE53 CNC

2003 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Green Registered in Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourGreen
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 4 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 21,322 miles on the clock, averaging 3,277 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 DE53 CNC

MOT Status
Due date passed
21,322
Last Mileage
Recorded
4
Total Tests
Since 2006
100%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 4 tests on record
3,277

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading21,322 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,402
Average per year3,277
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for DE53 CNC 12k14k16k19k21k '06'09'08

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Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record

PASS
Mileage21,322 miles
Since last MOT+3,402 miles
PASS
Mileage17,920 miles
Since last MOT+3,471 miles
PASS
Mileage14,449 miles
Since last MOT+2,843 miles
PASS
Mileage11,606 miles

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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

RegistrationDE53 CNC
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeDE — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About DE53 CNC

What car is DE53 CNC?

DE53 CNC is a green Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.

What is the mileage of DE53 CNC?

The last recorded mileage for DE53 CNC was 21,322 miles, recorded on 10 Aug 2009 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DE53 CNC passed its MOT?

DE53 CNC has had 4 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (4 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 10 Aug 2009.

Is DE53 CNC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE53 CNC 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 DE53 CNC?

DE53 CNC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.