Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). It has 99,358 miles on the clock, averaging 5,913 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 ND53 LHL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 99,358 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,913 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | ND53 LHL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ND — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About ND53 LHL
What car is ND53 LHL?
ND53 LHL is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of ND53 LHL?
The last recorded mileage for ND53 LHL was 99,358 miles, recorded on 2 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ND53 LHL passed its MOT?
ND53 LHL has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 2 Dec 2021.
Is ND53 LHL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ND53 LHL 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 ND53 LHL?
ND53 LHL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.