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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 8 (56% pass rate). It has 158,590 miles on the clock, averaging 13,541 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 DY53 BAV
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 158,590 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 13,541 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | DY53 BAV |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DY — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DY53 BAV
What car is DY53 BAV?
DY53 BAV is a silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2003.
What is the mileage of DY53 BAV?
The last recorded mileage for DY53 BAV was 158,590 miles, recorded on 3 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DY53 BAV passed its MOT?
DY53 BAV has had 18 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (10 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 3 Oct 2015.
Is DY53 BAV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DY53 BAV 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 DY53 BAV?
DY53 BAV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.