Vehicle summary
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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 8 (70% pass rate). It has 80,496 miles on the clock, averaging 3,023 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 FN53 LYG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 80,496 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 887 |
| Average per year | 3,023 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | FN53 LYG |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FN — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FN53 LYG
What car is FN53 LYG?
FN53 LYG is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FN53 LYG?
The last recorded mileage for FN53 LYG was 80,496 miles, recorded on 1 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FN53 LYG passed its MOT?
FN53 LYG has had 27 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (19 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 1 Oct 2025.
Is FN53 LYG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FN53 LYG 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 FN53 LYG?
FN53 LYG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.