Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 92,849 miles on the clock, averaging 6,151 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 FL53 UMH
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 92,849 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,559 |
| Average per year | 6,151 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | FL53 UMH |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FL53 UMH
What car is FL53 UMH?
FL53 UMH is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FL53 UMH?
The last recorded mileage for FL53 UMH was 92,849 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FL53 UMH passed its MOT?
FL53 UMH has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 21 Nov 2017.
Is FL53 UMH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL53 UMH 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 UMH?
FL53 UMH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.