Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 153,857 miles on the clock, averaging 10,817 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 FP53 LPO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 153,857 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 997 |
| Average per year | 10,817 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | FP53 LPO |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FP53 LPO
What car is FP53 LPO?
FP53 LPO is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FP53 LPO?
The last recorded mileage for FP53 LPO was 153,857 miles, recorded on 14 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FP53 LPO passed its MOT?
FP53 LPO has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Jan 2020.
Is FP53 LPO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP53 LPO 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 FP53 LPO?
FP53 LPO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.