Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 96,436 miles on the clock, averaging 7,181 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for LD53 EPU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 96,436 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,716 |
| Average per year | 7,181 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | LD53 EPU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LD — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LD53 EPU
What car is LD53 EPU?
LD53 EPU is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.
What is the mileage of LD53 EPU?
The last recorded mileage for LD53 EPU was 96,436 miles, recorded on 8 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LD53 EPU passed its MOT?
LD53 EPU has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 8 Jul 2017.
Is LD53 EPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LD53 EPU 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 LD53 EPU?
LD53 EPU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.