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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 96,359 miles on the clock, averaging 7,924 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for OU53 YOF
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 96,359 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,316 |
| Average per year | 7,924 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 YOF |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 YOF
What car is OU53 YOF?
OU53 YOF is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OU53 YOF?
The last recorded mileage for OU53 YOF was 96,359 miles, recorded on 14 Apr 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU53 YOF passed its MOT?
OU53 YOF has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Apr 2015.
Is OU53 YOF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU53 YOF 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 YOF?
OU53 YOF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.