Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 111,816 miles on the clock, averaging 8,722 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 HV53 JZP
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 111,816 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,723 |
| Average per year | 8,722 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | HV53 JZP |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HV — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About HV53 JZP
What car is HV53 JZP?
HV53 JZP is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2003.
What is the mileage of HV53 JZP?
The last recorded mileage for HV53 JZP was 111,816 miles, recorded on 17 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HV53 JZP passed its MOT?
HV53 JZP has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 17 Feb 2015.
Is HV53 JZP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HV53 JZP 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 HV53 JZP?
HV53 JZP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.