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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 42,070 miles on the clock, averaging 3,249 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 FD53 EBM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 42,070 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,372 |
| Average per year | 3,249 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | FD53 EBM |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FD — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FD53 EBM
What car is FD53 EBM?
FD53 EBM is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FD53 EBM?
The last recorded mileage for FD53 EBM was 42,070 miles, recorded on 25 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FD53 EBM passed its MOT?
FD53 EBM has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 25 Mar 2015.
Is FD53 EBM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD53 EBM 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 FD53 EBM?
FD53 EBM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.