Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 97,497 miles on the clock, averaging 7,174 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 MK53 JLU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 97,497 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,556 |
| Average per year | 7,174 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | MK53 JLU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| 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 JLU
What car is MK53 JLU?
MK53 JLU is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MK53 JLU?
The last recorded mileage for MK53 JLU was 97,497 miles, recorded on 5 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK53 JLU passed its MOT?
MK53 JLU has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 May 2017.
Is MK53 JLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK53 JLU 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 JLU?
MK53 JLU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.