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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 99,836 miles on the clock, averaging 8,269 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for SM53 ETU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 99,836 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,972 |
| Average per year | 8,269 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | SM53 ETU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SM53 ETU
What car is SM53 ETU?
SM53 ETU is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SM53 ETU?
The last recorded mileage for SM53 ETU was 99,836 miles, recorded on 11 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM53 ETU passed its MOT?
SM53 ETU has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 11 May 2016.
Is SM53 ETU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM53 ETU 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 SM53 ETU?
SM53 ETU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.