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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 123,506 miles on the clock, averaging 7,768 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 DY53 BCO
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 123,506 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,825 |
| Average per year | 7,768 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 BCO |
| 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 BCO
What car is DY53 BCO?
DY53 BCO is a silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2003.
What is the mileage of DY53 BCO?
The last recorded mileage for DY53 BCO was 123,506 miles, recorded on 8 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DY53 BCO passed its MOT?
DY53 BCO has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 8 Sep 2018.
Is DY53 BCO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DY53 BCO 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 BCO?
DY53 BCO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.