Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 100,097 miles on the clock, averaging 6,458 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 WDA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 100,097 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,458 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 WDA |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 WDA
What car is FN53 WDA?
FN53 WDA is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FN53 WDA?
The last recorded mileage for FN53 WDA was 100,097 miles, recorded on 19 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FN53 WDA passed its MOT?
FN53 WDA has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 Sep 2020.
Is FN53 WDA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FN53 WDA 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 WDA?
FN53 WDA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.