Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 11 (56% pass rate). It has 143,530 miles on the clock, averaging 6,896 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 FE53 HRL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 143,530 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,896 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | FE53 HRL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FE — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FE53 HRL
What car is FE53 HRL?
FE53 HRL is an green Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FE53 HRL?
The last recorded mileage for FE53 HRL was 143,530 miles, recorded on 18 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FE53 HRL passed its MOT?
FE53 HRL has had 25 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (14 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 18 Aug 2020.
Is FE53 HRL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FE53 HRL 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 FE53 HRL?
FE53 HRL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.