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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 43,058 miles on the clock, averaging 2,582 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 SV53 UKX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 43,058 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,292 |
| Average per year | 2,582 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | SV53 UKX |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SV — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SV53 UKX
What car is SV53 UKX?
SV53 UKX is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2003.
What is the mileage of SV53 UKX?
The last recorded mileage for SV53 UKX was 43,058 miles, recorded on 4 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SV53 UKX passed its MOT?
SV53 UKX has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Jun 2019.
Is SV53 UKX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SV53 UKX 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 SV53 UKX?
SV53 UKX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.