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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 84,020 miles on the clock, averaging 5,417 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for DY53 BDE
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 84,020 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,584 |
| Average per year | 5,417 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 BDE |
| 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 BDE
What car is DY53 BDE?
DY53 BDE is a silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2003.
What is the mileage of DY53 BDE?
The last recorded mileage for DY53 BDE was 84,020 miles, recorded on 28 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DY53 BDE passed its MOT?
DY53 BDE has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 28 Aug 2018.
Is DY53 BDE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DY53 BDE 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 BDE?
DY53 BDE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.