Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 125,310 miles on the clock, averaging 10,170 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for LC53 SHJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 125,310 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 47 |
| Average per year | 10,170 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | LC53 SHJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LC — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LC53 SHJ
What car is LC53 SHJ?
LC53 SHJ is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.
What is the mileage of LC53 SHJ?
The last recorded mileage for LC53 SHJ was 125,310 miles, recorded on 5 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LC53 SHJ passed its MOT?
LC53 SHJ has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Jan 2018.
Is LC53 SHJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LC53 SHJ 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 LC53 SHJ?
LC53 SHJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.