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DF53 LKV

2003 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourRed
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 92,388 miles on the clock, averaging 7,554 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.

MOT & Mileage History for DF53 LKV

MOT Status
Due date passed
92,388
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
69%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
7,554

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading92,388 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,554
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DF53 LKV 26k43k59k76k92k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage92,388 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage92,388 miles
Since last MOT+9,501 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,887 miles
Since last MOT+2,355 miles
PASS
Mileage80,532 miles
Since last MOT+2,939 miles
PASS
Mileage77,593 miles
Since last MOT+3,117 miles
PASS
Mileage74,476 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,476 miles
Since last MOT+3,320 miles
PASS
Mileage71,156 miles
Since last MOT+3,335 miles
PASS
Mileage67,821 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,821 miles
Since last MOT+3,728 miles
PASS
Mileage64,093 miles
Since last MOT+12,865 miles
PASS
Mileage51,228 miles
Since last MOT+24,855 miles
PASS
Mileage26,373 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

RegistrationDF53 LKV
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeDF — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About DF53 LKV

What car is DF53 LKV?

DF53 LKV is a red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.

What is the mileage of DF53 LKV?

The last recorded mileage for DF53 LKV was 92,388 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DF53 LKV passed its MOT?

DF53 LKV has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 24 Sep 2015.

Is DF53 LKV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF53 LKV 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 DF53 LKV?

DF53 LKV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.