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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 67,425 miles on the clock, averaging 1,186 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for SB53 GUD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 67,425 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 483 |
| Average per year | 1,186 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | SB53 GUD |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SB53 GUD
What car is SB53 GUD?
SB53 GUD is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SB53 GUD?
The last recorded mileage for SB53 GUD was 67,425 miles, recorded on 20 Jul 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB53 GUD passed its MOT?
SB53 GUD has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 20 Jul 2015.
Is SB53 GUD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB53 GUD 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 SB53 GUD?
SB53 GUD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.