Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 130,557 miles on the clock, averaging 5,871 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 VPN
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 130,557 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,871 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 VPN |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 VPN
What car is OU53 VPN?
OU53 VPN is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OU53 VPN?
The last recorded mileage for OU53 VPN was 130,557 miles, recorded on 5 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU53 VPN passed its MOT?
OU53 VPN has had 24 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (20 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Jan 2026.
Is OU53 VPN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU53 VPN 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 VPN?
OU53 VPN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.