Vehicle summary
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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 174,918 miles on the clock, averaging 8,695 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 SZR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 174,918 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,666 |
| Average per year | 8,695 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 SZR |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 SZR
What car is SM53 SZR?
SM53 SZR is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SM53 SZR?
The last recorded mileage for SM53 SZR was 174,918 miles, recorded on 17 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM53 SZR passed its MOT?
SM53 SZR has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 17 Jan 2023.
Is SM53 SZR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM53 SZR 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 SZR?
SM53 SZR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.