Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 5 (55% pass rate). It has 122,959 miles on the clock, averaging 8,785 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 HD53 DVB
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 122,959 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,785 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | HD53 DVB |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HD — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About HD53 DVB
What car is HD53 DVB?
HD53 DVB is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2003.
What is the mileage of HD53 DVB?
The last recorded mileage for HD53 DVB was 122,959 miles, recorded on 16 Dec 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HD53 DVB passed its MOT?
HD53 DVB has had 11 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (6 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Dec 2013.
Is HD53 DVB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HD53 DVB 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 HD53 DVB?
HD53 DVB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.