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SH53 PWZ

2003 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Black Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourBlack
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 9 (55% pass rate). It has 73,691 miles on the clock, averaging 4,161 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 SH53 PWZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
73,691
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
55%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
4,161

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

Low mileage
Latest reading73,691 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year4,161
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SH53 PWZ 24k36k49k61k74k '06'18'14

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage73,691 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,689 miles
Since last MOT+3,219 miles
PASS
Mileage70,470 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage70,470 miles
Since last MOT+2,739 miles
PASS
Mileage67,731 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,731 miles
Since last MOT+3,114 miles
PASS
Mileage64,617 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,617 miles
Since last MOT+3,477 miles
PASS
Mileage61,140 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,140 miles
Since last MOT+2,995 miles
PASS
Mileage58,145 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,145 miles
FAIL
Mileage137,460 miles
Since last MOT+82,711 miles
PASS
Mileage54,749 miles
Since last MOT+5,182 miles
PASS
Mileage49,567 miles
Since last MOT+5,992 miles
PASS
Mileage43,575 miles
Since last MOT+7,195 miles
PASS
Mileage36,380 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage36,380 miles
Since last MOT+6,013 miles
FAIL
Mileage30,367 miles
Since last MOT+6,611 miles
PASS
Mileage23,756 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

RegistrationSH53 PWZ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About SH53 PWZ

What car is SH53 PWZ?

SH53 PWZ is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SH53 PWZ?

The last recorded mileage for SH53 PWZ was 73,691 miles, recorded on 7 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH53 PWZ passed its MOT?

SH53 PWZ has had 20 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (11 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 7 Sep 2018.

Is SH53 PWZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH53 PWZ 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 SH53 PWZ?

SH53 PWZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.