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 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 140,134 miles on the clock, averaging 10,895 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 YK53 UJZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 140,134 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,895 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | YK53 UJZ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YK — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YK53 UJZ
What car is YK53 UJZ?
YK53 UJZ is a silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Leeds in 2003.
What is the mileage of YK53 UJZ?
The last recorded mileage for YK53 UJZ was 140,134 miles, recorded on 11 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YK53 UJZ passed its MOT?
YK53 UJZ has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 11 Aug 2017.
Is YK53 UJZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YK53 UJZ 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 YK53 UJZ?
YK53 UJZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.