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PF53 SSJ

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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 9 (65% pass rate). It has 139,741 miles on the clock, averaging 6,004 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 PF53 SSJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
139,741
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2007
65%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
6,004

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 reading139,741 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8
Average per year6,004
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PF53 SSJ 35k61k87k114k140k '07'24'17

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage139,741 miles
Since last MOT+8 miles
FAIL
Mileage139,733 miles
Since last MOT+3,404 miles
PASS
Mileage136,329 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage136,323 miles
Since last MOT+4,292 miles
PASS
Mileage132,031 miles
Since last MOT+7,076 miles
PASS
Mileage124,955 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage124,951 miles
Since last MOT+5,997 miles
PASS
Mileage118,954 miles
Since last MOT+5,125 miles
PASS
Mileage113,829 miles
Since last MOT+5,764 miles
PASS
Mileage108,065 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,059 miles
Since last MOT+5,829 miles
PASS
Mileage102,230 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,230 miles
Since last MOT+7,142 miles
PASS
Mileage95,088 miles
Since last MOT+6,869 miles
PASS
Mileage88,219 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,219 miles
Since last MOT+5,230 miles
PASS
Mileage82,989 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,989 miles
Since last MOT+6,744 miles
PASS
Mileage76,245 miles
Since last MOT+6,918 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,327 miles
Since last MOT+6,564 miles
PASS
Mileage62,763 miles
Since last MOT+5,778 miles
PASS
Mileage56,985 miles
Since last MOT+5,551 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,434 miles
Since last MOT+8,847 miles
PASS
Mileage42,587 miles
Since last MOT+2,481 miles
PASS
Mileage40,106 miles
Since last MOT+5,284 miles
PASS
Mileage34,822 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

RegistrationPF53 SSJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePF — Preston, Preston
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About PF53 SSJ

What car is PF53 SSJ?

PF53 SSJ is a black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.

What is the mileage of PF53 SSJ?

The last recorded mileage for PF53 SSJ was 139,741 miles, recorded on 28 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PF53 SSJ passed its MOT?

PF53 SSJ has had 26 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (17 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 28 Oct 2024.

Is PF53 SSJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PF53 SSJ 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 SSJ?

PF53 SSJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.