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SD53 MHF

2003 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Blue Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourBlue
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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 141,226 miles on the clock, averaging 12,598 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.

MOT & Mileage History for SD53 MHF

MOT Status
Due date passed
141,226
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
91%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
12,598

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading141,226 miles
Reading date
Miles last year116,281
Average per year12,598
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SD53 MHF 28k56k84k113k141k '06'15'11

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage141,226 miles
Since last MOT+116,281 miles
FAIL
Mileage24,945 miles
PASS
Mileage134,749 miles
Since last MOT+9,369 miles
PASS
Mileage125,380 miles
Since last MOT+9,531 miles
PASS
Mileage115,849 miles
Since last MOT+11,649 miles
PASS
Mileage104,200 miles
Since last MOT+14,856 miles
PASS
Mileage89,344 miles
Since last MOT+16,142 miles
PASS
Mileage73,202 miles
Since last MOT+15,079 miles
PASS
Mileage58,123 miles
Since last MOT+17,224 miles
PASS
Mileage40,899 miles
Since last MOT+13,155 miles
PASS
Mileage27,744 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

RegistrationSD53 MHF
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSD — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About SD53 MHF

What car is SD53 MHF?

SD53 MHF is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SD53 MHF?

The last recorded mileage for SD53 MHF was 141,226 miles, recorded on 29 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SD53 MHF passed its MOT?

SD53 MHF has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 29 Sep 2015.

Is SD53 MHF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SD53 MHF 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 SD53 MHF?

SD53 MHF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.