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 NXX

2003 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1388cc

Black Registered in Newcastle, North · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1388cc
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 1388cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 72,734 miles on the clock, averaging 4,999 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 Duratec engine is known for sigma 1.4l duratec.

MOT & Mileage History for NL53 NXX

MOT Status
Due date passed
72,734
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
4,999

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading72,734 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,999
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NL53 NXX 22k35k47k60k73k '06'16'13

Check NL53 NXX

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage72,734 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,734 miles
Since last MOT+3,577 miles
PASS
Mileage69,157 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,157 miles
Since last MOT+4,171 miles
PASS
Mileage64,986 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,986 miles
Since last MOT+8,906 miles
PASS
Mileage56,080 miles
Since last MOT+6,201 miles
PASS
Mileage49,879 miles
Since last MOT+4,509 miles
PASS
Mileage45,370 miles
Since last MOT+4,701 miles
PASS
Mileage40,669 miles
Since last MOT+6,217 miles
FAIL
Mileage34,452 miles
Since last MOT+3,138 miles
PASS
Mileage31,314 miles
Since last MOT+4,336 miles
PASS
Mileage26,978 miles
Since last MOT+5,171 miles
PASS
Mileage21,807 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 NXX
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1388cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeNL — Newcastle, North
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

More NL53 N plates

Browse all NL53 N registrations from Newcastle.

About NL53 NXX

What car is NL53 NXX?

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

What is the mileage of NL53 NXX?

The last recorded mileage for NL53 NXX was 72,734 miles, recorded on 2 Dec 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NL53 NXX passed its MOT?

NL53 NXX has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 2 Dec 2016.

Is NL53 NXX ULEZ compliant?

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

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