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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 106,034 miles on the clock, averaging 10,526 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 MA53 VKH
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 106,034 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,731 |
| Average per year | 10,526 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | MA53 VKH |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MA53 VKH
What car is MA53 VKH?
MA53 VKH is an green Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MA53 VKH?
The last recorded mileage for MA53 VKH was 106,034 miles, recorded on 19 Nov 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA53 VKH passed its MOT?
MA53 VKH has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 Nov 2014.
Is MA53 VKH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA53 VKH 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 MA53 VKH?
MA53 VKH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.