Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 152,097 miles on the clock, averaging 11,890 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 SN53 HZD
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 152,097 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14 |
| Average per year | 11,890 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | SN53 HZD |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SN — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SN53 HZD
What car is SN53 HZD?
SN53 HZD is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SN53 HZD?
The last recorded mileage for SN53 HZD was 152,097 miles, recorded on 7 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SN53 HZD passed its MOT?
SN53 HZD has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 7 Jan 2017.
Is SN53 HZD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SN53 HZD 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 SN53 HZD?
SN53 HZD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.