Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 11 (54% pass rate). It has 103,641 miles on the clock, averaging 5,370 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 SW53 HXY
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 103,641 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9 |
| Average per year | 5,370 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | SW53 HXY |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SW53 HXY
What car is SW53 HXY?
SW53 HXY is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2003.
What is the mileage of SW53 HXY?
The last recorded mileage for SW53 HXY was 103,641 miles, recorded on 19 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW53 HXY passed its MOT?
SW53 HXY has had 24 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (13 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 19 Oct 2020.
Is SW53 HXY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW53 HXY 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 SW53 HXY?
SW53 HXY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.