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FL53 UMM

2003 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourBlack
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 114,598 miles on the clock, averaging 6,968 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 UMM

MOT Status
Due date passed
114,598
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
82%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
6,968

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading114,598 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,968
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FL53 UMM 16k41k65k90k115k '06'20'13

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage114,598 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage114,598 miles
Since last MOT+1,588 miles
PASS
Mileage113,010 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,010 miles
Since last MOT+9,078 miles
PASS
Mileage103,932 miles
Since last MOT+9,099 miles
PASS
Mileage94,833 miles
Since last MOT+11,011 miles
PASS
Mileage83,822 miles
Since last MOT+9,384 miles
PASS
Mileage74,438 miles
Since last MOT+10,969 miles
PASS
Mileage63,469 miles
Since last MOT+10,144 miles
PASS
Mileage53,325 miles
Since last MOT+10,468 miles
PASS
Mileage42,857 miles
Since last MOT+9,344 miles
PASS
Mileage33,513 miles
Since last MOT+2,681 miles
PASS
Mileage30,832 miles
Since last MOT+5,128 miles
PASS
Mileage25,704 miles
Since last MOT+3,857 miles
PASS
Mileage21,847 miles
Since last MOT+5,519 miles
PASS
Mileage16,328 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage16,326 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 UMM
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourBlack
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 UMM

What car is FL53 UMM?

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

What is the mileage of FL53 UMM?

The last recorded mileage for FL53 UMM was 114,598 miles, recorded on 16 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FL53 UMM passed its MOT?

FL53 UMM has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Dec 2020.

Is FL53 UMM ULEZ compliant?

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

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