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PE53 SFZ

2003 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Black Registered in Preston, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
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 1242cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 75,722 miles on the clock, averaging 5,267 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 PE53 SFZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
75,722
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
100%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 0 failed ✓

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

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
5,267

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading75,722 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,906
Average per year5,267
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PE53 SFZ 21k35k48k62k76k '06'17'11

Check PE53 SFZ

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage75,722 miles
Since last MOT+3,906 miles
PASS
Mileage71,816 miles
Since last MOT+2,104 miles
PASS
Mileage69,712 miles
Since last MOT+4,843 miles
PASS
Mileage64,869 miles
Since last MOT+2,430 miles
PASS
Mileage62,439 miles
Since last MOT+8,184 miles
PASS
Mileage54,255 miles
Since last MOT+12,150 miles
PASS
Mileage42,105 miles
Since last MOT+5,874 miles
PASS
Mileage36,231 miles
Since last MOT+8,982 miles
PASS
Mileage27,249 miles
Since last MOT+6,410 miles
PASS
Mileage20,839 miles

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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

RegistrationPE53 SFZ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePE — Preston, Preston
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About PE53 SFZ

What car is PE53 SFZ?

PE53 SFZ is a black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.

What is the mileage of PE53 SFZ?

The last recorded mileage for PE53 SFZ was 75,722 miles, recorded on 28 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PE53 SFZ passed its MOT?

PE53 SFZ has had 10 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (10 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 28 Feb 2017.

Is PE53 SFZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE53 SFZ 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 PE53 SFZ?

PE53 SFZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.