Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 6 (75% pass rate). It has 118,550 miles on the clock, averaging 6,595 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 VEW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 118,550 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,595 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | SB53 VEW |
| 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 VEW
What car is SB53 VEW?
SB53 VEW is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SB53 VEW?
The last recorded mileage for SB53 VEW was 118,550 miles, recorded on 10 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB53 VEW passed its MOT?
SB53 VEW has had 24 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (18 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 10 Feb 2023.
Is SB53 VEW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB53 VEW 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 VEW?
SB53 VEW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.