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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 42,917 miles on the clock, averaging 1,995 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for EF53 MBV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 42,917 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,068 |
| Average per year | 1,995 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 MBV |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 MBV
What car is EF53 MBV?
EF53 MBV is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EF53 MBV?
The last recorded mileage for EF53 MBV was 42,917 miles, recorded on 16 Dec 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF53 MBV passed its MOT?
EF53 MBV has had 22 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (19 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Dec 2024.
Is EF53 MBV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF53 MBV 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 MBV?
EF53 MBV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.