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 1388cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 8 (70% pass rate). It has 114,400 miles on the clock, averaging 4,701 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 Duratec engine is known for sigma 1.4l duratec.
MOT & Mileage History for GU53 LVJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 114,400 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,683 |
| Average per year | 4,701 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GU53 LVJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1388cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GU53 LVJ
What car is GU53 LVJ?
GU53 LVJ is a black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1388cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GU53 LVJ?
The last recorded mileage for GU53 LVJ was 114,400 miles, recorded on 10 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU53 LVJ passed its MOT?
GU53 LVJ has had 27 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (19 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 10 Feb 2026.
Is GU53 LVJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU53 LVJ 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 GU53 LVJ?
GU53 LVJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.