Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1388cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 5 (78% pass rate). It has 143,615 miles on the clock, averaging 6,787 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 Duratec engine is known for sigma 1.4l duratec.
MOT & Mileage History for HV53 VZJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 143,615 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,213 |
| Average per year | 6,787 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HV53 VZJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1388cc |
| 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 VZJ
What car is HV53 VZJ?
HV53 VZJ is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1388cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2003.
What is the mileage of HV53 VZJ?
The last recorded mileage for HV53 VZJ was 143,615 miles, recorded on 11 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HV53 VZJ passed its MOT?
HV53 VZJ has had 23 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (18 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 11 Nov 2024.
Is HV53 VZJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HV53 VZJ 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 VZJ?
HV53 VZJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.