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FV53 UER

2003 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Black Registered in Lincoln, 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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 103,023 miles on the clock, averaging 11,378 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 FV53 UER

MOT Status
Due date passed
103,023
Last Mileage
Recorded
7
Total Tests
Since 2007
71%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 7 tests on record
11,378

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading103,023 miles
Reading date
Miles last year14,656
Average per year11,378
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FV53 UER 40k56k71k87k103k '07'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage103,023 miles
Since last MOT+14,656 miles
PASS
Mileage88,367 miles
Since last MOT+15,522 miles
PASS
Mileage72,845 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,845 miles
Since last MOT+9,404 miles
PASS
Mileage63,441 miles
Since last MOT+11,737 miles
PASS
Mileage51,704 miles
Since last MOT+11,916 miles
PASS
Mileage39,788 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

RegistrationFV53 UER
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About FV53 UER

What car is FV53 UER?

FV53 UER is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2003.

What is the mileage of FV53 UER?

The last recorded mileage for FV53 UER was 103,023 miles, recorded on 27 Mar 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FV53 UER passed its MOT?

FV53 UER has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 27 Mar 2013.

Is FV53 UER ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV53 UER 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 FV53 UER?

FV53 UER is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.