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 Diesel 1398cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 124,628 miles on the clock, averaging 10,727 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for FD53 UBV
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 124,628 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 33 |
| Average per year | 10,727 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FD53 UBV |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| 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 UBV
What car is FD53 UBV?
FD53 UBV is an silver Ford Fiesta, diesel (1398cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FD53 UBV?
The last recorded mileage for FD53 UBV was 124,628 miles, recorded on 3 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FD53 UBV passed its MOT?
FD53 UBV has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Feb 2015.
Is FD53 UBV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD53 UBV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FD53 UBV?
FD53 UBV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.