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FV53 UJO

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 137,919 miles on the clock, averaging 7,938 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.

MOT & Mileage History for FV53 UJO

MOT Status
Due date passed
137,919
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,938

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading137,919 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,938
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FV53 UJO 24k52k81k109k138k '06'21'13

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage137,919 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage137,919 miles
Since last MOT+14,344 miles
PASS
Mileage123,575 miles
Since last MOT+4,973 miles
PASS
Mileage118,602 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,599 miles
Since last MOT+7,628 miles
PASS
Mileage110,971 miles
Since last MOT+11,807 miles
PASS
Mileage99,164 miles
Since last MOT+11,813 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,351 miles
Since last MOT+3,490 miles
PASS
Mileage83,861 miles
Since last MOT+12,194 miles
PASS
Mileage71,667 miles
Since last MOT+16,165 miles
PASS
Mileage55,502 miles
Since last MOT+9,859 miles
PASS
Mileage45,643 miles
Since last MOT+4,760 miles
PASS
Mileage40,883 miles
Since last MOT+9,496 miles
PASS
Mileage31,387 miles
Since last MOT+37 miles
FAIL
Mileage31,350 miles
Since last MOT+7,750 miles
PASS
Mileage23,600 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 UJO
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 UJO

What car is FV53 UJO?

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

What is the mileage of FV53 UJO?

The last recorded mileage for FV53 UJO was 137,919 miles, recorded on 24 May 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FV53 UJO passed its MOT?

FV53 UJO has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 24 May 2021.

Is FV53 UJO ULEZ compliant?

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

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