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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 125,730 miles on the clock, averaging 8,490 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for FH53 NBD
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 125,730 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,490 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 NBD |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 NBD
What car is FH53 NBD?
FH53 NBD is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FH53 NBD?
The last recorded mileage for FH53 NBD was 125,730 miles, recorded on 21 Dec 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FH53 NBD passed its MOT?
FH53 NBD has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 21 Dec 2017.
Is FH53 NBD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH53 NBD 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 NBD?
FH53 NBD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.