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WL53 HLJ

2003 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Green Registered in Truro, West of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourGreen
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 3 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 54,901 miles on the clock, averaging 10,057 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.

MOT & Mileage History for WL53 HLJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
54,901
Last Mileage
Recorded
3
Total Tests
Since 2006
100%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 0 failed ✓

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

0

MOT failures recorded

Out of 3 tests on record
10,057

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading54,901 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,403
Average per year10,057
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WL53 HLJ 35k40k45k50k55k '06'08'07

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Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record

PASS
Mileage54,901 miles
Since last MOT+9,403 miles
PASS
Mileage45,498 miles
Since last MOT+10,641 miles
PASS
Mileage34,857 miles

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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

RegistrationWL53 HLJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWL — Truro, West of England
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About WL53 HLJ

What car is WL53 HLJ?

WL53 HLJ is a green Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Truro in 2003.

What is the mileage of WL53 HLJ?

The last recorded mileage for WL53 HLJ was 54,901 miles, recorded on 17 Nov 2008 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WL53 HLJ passed its MOT?

WL53 HLJ has had 3 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (3 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 17 Nov 2008.

Is WL53 HLJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WL53 HLJ 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 WL53 HLJ?

WL53 HLJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.