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 1388cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 97,180 miles on the clock, averaging 4,587 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 TWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 97,180 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,587 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NL53 TWJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1388cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NL53 TWJ
What car is NL53 TWJ?
NL53 TWJ is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1388cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NL53 TWJ?
The last recorded mileage for NL53 TWJ was 97,180 miles, recorded on 31 May 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL53 TWJ passed its MOT?
NL53 TWJ has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 31 May 2023.
Is NL53 TWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL53 TWJ 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 TWJ?
NL53 TWJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.