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FN53 WCG

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 91,622 miles on the clock, averaging 6,444 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 FN53 WCG

MOT Status
Due date passed
91,622
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
6,444

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 reading91,622 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,444
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FN53 WCG 27k43k60k76k92k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage91,622 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,622 miles
Since last MOT+5,451 miles
PASS
Mileage86,171 miles
Since last MOT+4,742 miles
PASS
Mileage81,429 miles
Since last MOT+3,609 miles
PASS
Mileage77,820 miles
Since last MOT+5,884 miles
PASS
Mileage71,936 miles
Since last MOT+6,316 miles
PASS
Mileage65,620 miles
Since last MOT+4,861 miles
PASS
Mileage60,759 miles
Since last MOT+6,670 miles
PASS
Mileage54,089 miles
Since last MOT+5,422 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,667 miles
Since last MOT+8,040 miles
PASS
Mileage40,627 miles
Since last MOT+13,237 miles
PASS
Mileage27,390 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

RegistrationFN53 WCG
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFN — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About FN53 WCG

What car is FN53 WCG?

FN53 WCG is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.

What is the mileage of FN53 WCG?

The last recorded mileage for FN53 WCG was 91,622 miles, recorded on 5 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FN53 WCG passed its MOT?

FN53 WCG has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Jul 2016.

Is FN53 WCG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FN53 WCG 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 WCG?

FN53 WCG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.