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 Diesel 1399cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 7 (50% pass rate). It has 154,972 miles on the clock, averaging 7,638 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for FP53 VWU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 154,972 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,638 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FP53 VWU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1399cc |
| 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 VWU
What car is FP53 VWU?
FP53 VWU is an blue Ford Fiesta, diesel (1399cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FP53 VWU?
The last recorded mileage for FP53 VWU was 154,972 miles, recorded on 28 Jul 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FP53 VWU passed its MOT?
FP53 VWU has had 14 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (7 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 28 Jul 2014.
Is FP53 VWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP53 VWU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FP53 VWU?
FP53 VWU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.