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 1388cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 70,660 miles on the clock, averaging 7,694 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 Duratec engine is known for sigma 1.4l duratec.
MOT & Mileage History for MK53 FVB
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 70,660 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 156 |
| Average per year | 7,694 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MK53 FVB |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1388cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MK53 FVB
What car is MK53 FVB?
MK53 FVB is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1388cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MK53 FVB?
The last recorded mileage for MK53 FVB was 70,660 miles, recorded on 21 Dec 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK53 FVB passed its MOT?
MK53 FVB has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 21 Dec 2013.
Is MK53 FVB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK53 FVB 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 MK53 FVB?
MK53 FVB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.