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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 41,790 miles on the clock, averaging 3,282 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 ST53 OFU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 41,790 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,282 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | ST53 OFU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ST — Dundee, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About ST53 OFU
What car is ST53 OFU?
ST53 OFU is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Dundee in 2003.
What is the mileage of ST53 OFU?
The last recorded mileage for ST53 OFU was 41,790 miles, recorded on 20 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ST53 OFU passed its MOT?
ST53 OFU has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 20 Oct 2016.
Is ST53 OFU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ST53 OFU 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 ST53 OFU?
ST53 OFU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.