Vehicle summary
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 133,975 miles on the clock, averaging 8,579 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 KS53 VCJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 133,975 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,069 |
| Average per year | 8,579 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | KS53 VCJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KS — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About KS53 VCJ
What car is KS53 VCJ?
KS53 VCJ is a silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KS53 VCJ?
The last recorded mileage for KS53 VCJ was 133,975 miles, recorded on 26 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KS53 VCJ passed its MOT?
KS53 VCJ has had 15 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (14 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 26 Jun 2019.
Is KS53 VCJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KS53 VCJ 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 KS53 VCJ?
KS53 VCJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.