Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 90,172 miles on the clock, averaging 5,874 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for SO53 FHJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 90,172 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,874 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | SO53 FHJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SO53 FHJ
What car is SO53 FHJ?
SO53 FHJ is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SO53 FHJ?
The last recorded mileage for SO53 FHJ was 90,172 miles, recorded on 1 Feb 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO53 FHJ passed its MOT?
SO53 FHJ has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 1 Feb 2019.
Is SO53 FHJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO53 FHJ 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 SO53 FHJ?
SO53 FHJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.