Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 120,205 miles on the clock, averaging 10,899 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 DE53 VJL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 120,205 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15 |
| Average per year | 10,899 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | DE53 VJL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DE — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DE53 VJL
What car is DE53 VJL?
DE53 VJL is a red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DE53 VJL?
The last recorded mileage for DE53 VJL was 120,205 miles, recorded on 6 Nov 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE53 VJL passed its MOT?
DE53 VJL has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 6 Nov 2014.
Is DE53 VJL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE53 VJL 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 VJL?
DE53 VJL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.