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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 87,992 miles on the clock, averaging 5,129 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 OU53 ESY
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 87,992 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,901 |
| Average per year | 5,129 |
| 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 | OU53 ESY |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OU — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About OU53 ESY
What car is OU53 ESY?
OU53 ESY is an green Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OU53 ESY?
The last recorded mileage for OU53 ESY was 87,992 miles, recorded on 31 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU53 ESY passed its MOT?
OU53 ESY has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 31 Oct 2018.
Is OU53 ESY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU53 ESY 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 OU53 ESY?
OU53 ESY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.