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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 115,402 miles on the clock, averaging 7,754 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 GV53 YJH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 115,402 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,754 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | GV53 YJH |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GV53 YJH
What car is GV53 YJH?
GV53 YJH is a blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GV53 YJH?
The last recorded mileage for GV53 YJH was 115,402 miles, recorded on 3 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV53 YJH passed its MOT?
GV53 YJH has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Aug 2018.
Is GV53 YJH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV53 YJH 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 GV53 YJH?
GV53 YJH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.