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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 62,341 miles on the clock, averaging 4,983 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 FP53 LUZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 62,341 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,826 |
| Average per year | 4,983 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 LUZ |
| 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 LUZ
What car is FP53 LUZ?
FP53 LUZ is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FP53 LUZ?
The last recorded mileage for FP53 LUZ was 62,341 miles, recorded on 23 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FP53 LUZ passed its MOT?
FP53 LUZ has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 23 Sep 2015.
Is FP53 LUZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP53 LUZ 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 LUZ?
FP53 LUZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.