Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
MK53 JUF

2003 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Black Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 1242cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 106,972 miles on the clock, averaging 7,244 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 JUF

MOT Status
Due date passed
106,972
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
68%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
7,244

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading106,972 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,227
Average per year7,244
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MK53 JUF 19k41k63k85k107k '06'18'11

Check MK53 JUF

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage106,972 miles
Since last MOT+3,227 miles
PASS
Mileage103,745 miles
Since last MOT+6,757 miles
PASS
Mileage96,988 miles
Since last MOT+10,335 miles
PASS
Mileage86,653 miles
Since last MOT+1,150 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,503 miles
Since last MOT+5,481 miles
PASS
Mileage80,022 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,013 miles
Since last MOT+3,961 miles
PASS
Mileage76,052 miles
Since last MOT+2,616 miles
PASS
Mileage73,436 miles
Since last MOT+3,146 miles
PASS
Mileage70,290 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,286 miles
Since last MOT+26 miles
FAIL
Mileage70,260 miles
Since last MOT+3,458 miles
PASS
Mileage66,802 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,798 miles
Since last MOT+7,547 miles
PASS
Mileage59,251 miles
Since last MOT+23,202 miles
PASS
Mileage36,049 miles
Since last MOT+311 miles
FAIL
Mileage35,738 miles
Since last MOT+6,348 miles
PASS
Mileage29,390 miles
Since last MOT+10,538 miles
PASS
Mileage18,852 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Ford Fiesta often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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.

Read our Ford Fiesta Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Ford Fiesta

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK53 JUF
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeMK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

More MK53 J plates

Browse all MK53 J registrations from Manchester.

About MK53 JUF

What car is MK53 JUF?

MK53 JUF is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.

What is the mileage of MK53 JUF?

The last recorded mileage for MK53 JUF was 106,972 miles, recorded on 7 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MK53 JUF passed its MOT?

MK53 JUF has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 7 Nov 2018.

Is MK53 JUF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK53 JUF 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 JUF?

MK53 JUF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.