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FL53 UNU

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 5 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 79,064 miles on the clock, averaging 13,848 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.

MOT & Mileage History for FL53 UNU

MOT Status
Due date passed
79,064
Last Mileage
Recorded
5
Total Tests
Since 2006
100%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 5 tests on record
13,848

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading79,064 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,419
Average per year13,848
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FL53 UNU 25k38k52k65k79k '06'10'08

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Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record

PASS
Mileage79,064 miles
Since last MOT+3,419 miles
PASS
Mileage75,645 miles
Since last MOT+20,698 miles
PASS
Mileage54,947 miles
Since last MOT+20,296 miles
PASS
Mileage34,651 miles
Since last MOT+10,136 miles
PASS
Mileage24,515 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 UNU
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 UNU

What car is FL53 UNU?

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

What is the mileage of FL53 UNU?

The last recorded mileage for FL53 UNU was 79,064 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FL53 UNU passed its MOT?

FL53 UNU has had 5 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (5 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 3 Sep 2010.

Is FL53 UNU ULEZ compliant?

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

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