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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 130,471 miles on the clock, averaging 7,943 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for SY53 YJH
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 130,471 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,879 |
| Average per year | 7,943 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | SY53 YJH |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SY53 YJH
What car is SY53 YJH?
SY53 YJH is an green Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Inverness in 2003.
What is the mileage of SY53 YJH?
The last recorded mileage for SY53 YJH was 130,471 miles, recorded on 7 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY53 YJH passed its MOT?
SY53 YJH has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 7 Jun 2019.
Is SY53 YJH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY53 YJH 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 SY53 YJH?
SY53 YJH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.