Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1388cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 144,266 miles on the clock, averaging 10,561 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 Duratec engine is known for sigma 1.4l duratec.
MOT & Mileage History for KY53 VDC
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 144,266 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,561 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | KY53 VDC |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1388cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KY — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About KY53 VDC
What car is KY53 VDC?
KY53 VDC is a black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1388cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KY53 VDC?
The last recorded mileage for KY53 VDC was 144,266 miles, recorded on 14 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KY53 VDC passed its MOT?
KY53 VDC has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 14 Feb 2017.
Is KY53 VDC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KY53 VDC 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 KY53 VDC?
KY53 VDC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.