Vehicle summary
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for EF53 CSY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 144,278 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,775 |
| Average per year | 8,752 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | EF53 CSY |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EF53 CSY
What car is EF53 CSY?
EF53 CSY is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
Has EF53 CSY passed its MOT?
EF53 CSY has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 3 Nov 2021.
Is EF53 CSY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF53 CSY 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 EF53 CSY?
EF53 CSY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.