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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 133,020 miles on the clock, averaging 7,437 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 PF53 TDX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 133,020 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,437 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 TDX |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 TDX
What car is PF53 TDX?
PF53 TDX is a blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PF53 TDX?
The last recorded mileage for PF53 TDX was 133,020 miles, recorded on 30 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PF53 TDX passed its MOT?
PF53 TDX has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 30 Nov 2020.
Is PF53 TDX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PF53 TDX 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 TDX?
PF53 TDX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.