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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 132,816 miles on the clock, averaging 7,599 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 KX53 CLY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 132,816 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,599 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | KX53 CLY |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KX — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About KX53 CLY
What car is KX53 CLY?
KX53 CLY is a blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KX53 CLY?
The last recorded mileage for KX53 CLY was 132,816 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KX53 CLY passed its MOT?
KX53 CLY has had 20 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (18 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 21 Nov 2023.
Is KX53 CLY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KX53 CLY 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 KX53 CLY?
KX53 CLY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.