Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 10 (64% pass rate). It has 109,433 miles on the clock, averaging 5,131 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 EY53 UHP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 109,433 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,131 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 | EY53 UHP |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EY — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EY53 UHP
What car is EY53 UHP?
EY53 UHP is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EY53 UHP?
The last recorded mileage for EY53 UHP was 109,433 miles, recorded on 8 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EY53 UHP passed its MOT?
EY53 UHP has had 28 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (18 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 8 Dec 2023.
Is EY53 UHP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EY53 UHP 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 EY53 UHP?
EY53 UHP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.