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 1242cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 198,666 miles on the clock, averaging 12,119 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for NL53 BYU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 198,666 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 21 |
| Average per year | 12,119 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | NL53 BYU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NL53 BYU
What car is NL53 BYU?
NL53 BYU is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NL53 BYU?
The last recorded mileage for NL53 BYU was 198,666 miles, recorded on 14 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL53 BYU passed its MOT?
NL53 BYU has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Feb 2020.
Is NL53 BYU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL53 BYU 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 NL53 BYU?
NL53 BYU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.