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KG53 TSO

2003 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Black Registered in Northampton, Luton and Northampton · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1242cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 117,169 miles on the clock, averaging 4,993 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.

MOT & Mileage History for KG53 TSO

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
117,169
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
4,993

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading117,169 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,993
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KG53 TSO 19k44k68k93k117k '06'26'18

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage117,169 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,169 miles
Since last MOT+2,238 miles
PASS
Mileage114,931 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage114,931 miles
Since last MOT+2,692 miles
PASS
Mileage112,239 miles
Since last MOT+3,221 miles
PASS
Mileage109,018 miles
Since last MOT+3,333 miles
PASS
Mileage105,685 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage105,685 miles
Since last MOT+6,094 miles
PASS
Mileage99,591 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,591 miles
Since last MOT+6,425 miles
PASS
Mileage93,166 miles
Since last MOT+6,110 miles
PASS
Mileage87,056 miles
Since last MOT+6,590 miles
PASS
Mileage80,466 miles
Since last MOT+6,685 miles
PASS
Mileage73,781 miles
Since last MOT+4,438 miles
PASS
Mileage69,343 miles
Since last MOT+4,751 miles
PASS
Mileage64,592 miles
Since last MOT+2,382 miles
PASS
Mileage62,210 miles
Since last MOT+5,526 miles
PASS
Mileage56,684 miles
Since last MOT+7,850 miles
PASS
Mileage48,834 miles
Since last MOT+7,109 miles
PASS
Mileage41,725 miles
Since last MOT+7,048 miles
PASS
Mileage34,677 miles
Since last MOT+6,119 miles
PASS
Mileage28,558 miles
Since last MOT+4,529 miles
PASS
Mileage24,029 miles
Since last MOT+4,668 miles
PASS
Mileage19,361 miles

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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

RegistrationKG53 TSO
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKG — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About KG53 TSO

What car is KG53 TSO?

KG53 TSO is a black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KG53 TSO?

The last recorded mileage for KG53 TSO was 117,169 miles, recorded on 4 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KG53 TSO passed its MOT?

KG53 TSO has had 24 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (20 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Jun 2026.

Is KG53 TSO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KG53 TSO 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 KG53 TSO?

KG53 TSO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.