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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 126,799 miles on the clock, averaging 5,866 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 FH53 EWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 126,799 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 5,866 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | FH53 EWU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FH53 EWU
What car is FH53 EWU?
FH53 EWU is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FH53 EWU?
The last recorded mileage for FH53 EWU was 126,799 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FH53 EWU passed its MOT?
FH53 EWU has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 24 Sep 2020.
Is FH53 EWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH53 EWU 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 FH53 EWU?
FH53 EWU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.