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 1242cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 7 (50% pass rate). It has 184,139 miles on the clock, averaging 17,186 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for PF53 SBZ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 184,139 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,876 |
| Average per year | 17,186 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | PF53 SBZ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PF — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PF53 SBZ
What car is PF53 SBZ?
PF53 SBZ is a black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PF53 SBZ?
The last recorded mileage for PF53 SBZ was 184,139 miles, recorded on 30 Apr 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PF53 SBZ passed its MOT?
PF53 SBZ has had 14 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (7 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 30 Apr 2015.
Is PF53 SBZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PF53 SBZ 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 PF53 SBZ?
PF53 SBZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.