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
NL53 ESU

2003 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1388cc

Blue Registered in Newcastle, North · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1388cc
ColourBlue
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 1388cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 112,283 miles on the clock, averaging 7,531 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 Duratec engine is known for sigma 1.4l duratec.

MOT & Mileage History for NL53 ESU

MOT Status
Due date passed
112,283
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
7,531

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading112,283 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,531
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for NL53 ESU 33k53k73k92k112k '06'17'12

Check NL53 ESU

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage112,283 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,283 miles
Since last MOT+7,828 miles
PASS
Mileage104,455 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,450 miles
Since last MOT+11,655 miles
PASS
Mileage92,795 miles
Since last MOT+2,143 miles
PASS
Mileage90,652 miles
Since last MOT+5,479 miles
PASS
Mileage85,173 miles
Since last MOT+5,124 miles
PASS
Mileage80,049 miles
Since last MOT+5,965 miles
PASS
Mileage74,084 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,084 miles
Since last MOT+7,874 miles
PASS
Mileage66,210 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,210 miles
Since last MOT+7,764 miles
PASS
Mileage58,446 miles
Since last MOT+8,646 miles
FAIL
Mileage49,800 miles
Since last MOT+7,534 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,266 miles
Since last MOT+9,280 miles
PASS
Mileage32,986 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.

Sigma 1.4L Duratec

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

RegistrationNL53 ESU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1388cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeNL — Newcastle, North
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

More NL53 E plates

Browse all NL53 E registrations from Newcastle.

About NL53 ESU

What car is NL53 ESU?

NL53 ESU is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1388cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.

What is the mileage of NL53 ESU?

The last recorded mileage for NL53 ESU was 112,283 miles, recorded on 5 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NL53 ESU passed its MOT?

NL53 ESU has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 May 2017.

Is NL53 ESU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL53 ESU 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 ESU?

NL53 ESU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.