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FL53 KNJ

2003 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Red Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 78,054 miles on the clock, averaging 8,732 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 FL53 KNJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
78,054
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
58%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
8,732

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading78,054 miles
Reading date
Miles last year148
Average per year8,732
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FL53 KNJ 24k37k51k64k78k '06'12'11

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage78,054 miles
Since last MOT+148 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,906 miles
Since last MOT+8,538 miles
PASS
Mileage69,368 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,368 miles
Since last MOT+10,567 miles
PASS
Mileage58,801 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,801 miles
Since last MOT+11,072 miles
PASS
Mileage47,729 miles
Since last MOT+7,002 miles
PASS
Mileage40,727 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage40,722 miles
Since last MOT+6,734 miles
PASS
Mileage33,988 miles
Since last MOT+10,328 miles
PASS
Mileage23,660 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage23,660 miles

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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

RegistrationFL53 KNJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About FL53 KNJ

What car is FL53 KNJ?

FL53 KNJ is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FL53 KNJ?

The last recorded mileage for FL53 KNJ was 78,054 miles, recorded on 6 Dec 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FL53 KNJ passed its MOT?

FL53 KNJ has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Dec 2012.

Is FL53 KNJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL53 KNJ 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 FL53 KNJ?

FL53 KNJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.