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FM52 GZG

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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 55,053 miles on the clock, averaging 2,600 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.

MOT & Mileage History for FM52 GZG

MOT Status
Due date passed
55,053
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2006
74%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
2,600

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading55,053 miles
Reading date
Miles last year22
Average per year2,600
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FM52 GZG 10k22k33k44k55k '06'23'15

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage55,053 miles
Since last MOT+22 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,031 miles
Since last MOT+8,458 miles
PASS
Mileage46,573 miles
Since last MOT+2,209 miles
PASS
Mileage44,364 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,364 miles
Since last MOT+479 miles
PASS
Mileage43,885 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage43,881 miles
Since last MOT+891 miles
PASS
Mileage42,990 miles
Since last MOT+1,778 miles
PASS
Mileage41,212 miles
Since last MOT+448 miles
PASS
Mileage40,764 miles
Since last MOT+1,356 miles
PASS
Mileage39,408 miles
Since last MOT+1,209 miles
PASS
Mileage38,199 miles
Since last MOT+3,859 miles
PASS
Mileage34,340 miles
Since last MOT+2,569 miles
PASS
Mileage31,771 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,771 miles
Since last MOT+1,842 miles
FAIL
Mileage29,929 miles
Since last MOT+3,699 miles
PASS
Mileage26,230 miles
Since last MOT+4,515 miles
PASS
Mileage21,715 miles
Since last MOT+3,520 miles
PASS
Mileage18,195 miles
Since last MOT+1,894 miles
PASS
Mileage16,301 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage16,301 miles
Since last MOT+2,271 miles
PASS
Mileage14,030 miles
Since last MOT+3,587 miles
PASS
Mileage10,443 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

RegistrationFM52 GZG
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FM52 GZG

What car is FM52 GZG?

FM52 GZG is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FM52 GZG?

The last recorded mileage for FM52 GZG was 55,053 miles, recorded on 27 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FM52 GZG passed its MOT?

FM52 GZG has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 27 Mar 2023.

Is FM52 GZG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM52 GZG 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 FM52 GZG?

FM52 GZG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.