Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
SB53 JVR

2003 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Silver Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourSilver
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 6 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 2 (67% pass rate). It has 88,296 miles on the clock, averaging 6,040 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 SB53 JVR

MOT Status
Due date passed
88,296
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2006
67%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
6,040

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 reading88,296 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,040
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SB53 JVR 30k44k59k74k88k '06'16'15

Check SB53 JVR

Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage88,296 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,296 miles
Since last MOT+7,786 miles
PASS
Mileage80,510 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,510 miles
Since last MOT+19,235 miles
PASS
Mileage61,275 miles
Since last MOT+31,406 miles
PASS
Mileage29,869 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Ford Fiesta often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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.

Read our Ford Fiesta Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Ford Fiesta

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB53 JVR
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSB — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

More SB53 J plates

Browse all SB53 J registrations from Glasgow.

About SB53 JVR

What car is SB53 JVR?

SB53 JVR is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SB53 JVR?

The last recorded mileage for SB53 JVR was 88,296 miles, recorded on 18 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SB53 JVR passed its MOT?

SB53 JVR has had 6 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (4 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 18 Jul 2016.

Is SB53 JVR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB53 JVR 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 JVR?

SB53 JVR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.