Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 119,539 miles on the clock, averaging 7,484 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for MW53 KHU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 119,539 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,457 |
| Average per year | 7,484 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | MW53 KHU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MW53 KHU
What car is MW53 KHU?
MW53 KHU is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MW53 KHU?
The last recorded mileage for MW53 KHU was 119,539 miles, recorded on 8 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW53 KHU passed its MOT?
MW53 KHU has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 8 May 2019.
Is MW53 KHU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW53 KHU 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 MW53 KHU?
MW53 KHU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.