Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
YM53 TAU

2003 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1388cc

Green Registered in Sheffield, Yorkshire · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1388cc
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 1388cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 43,908 miles on the clock, averaging 2,553 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 Duratec engine is known for sigma 1.4l duratec.

MOT & Mileage History for YM53 TAU

MOT Status
Due date passed
43,908
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2006
68%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
2,553

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading43,908 miles
Reading date
Average per year2,553
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for YM53 TAU 8k17k26k35k44k '06'21'15

Check YM53 TAU

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage43,908 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,908 miles
Since last MOT+4,667 miles
PASS
Mileage39,241 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,238 miles
Since last MOT+3,694 miles
PASS
Mileage35,544 miles
Since last MOT+2,662 miles
PASS
Mileage32,882 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage32,877 miles
Since last MOT+2,951 miles
PASS
Mileage29,926 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,926 miles
Since last MOT+2,140 miles
PASS
Mileage27,786 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage27,785 miles
Since last MOT+2,105 miles
PASS
Mileage25,680 miles
Since last MOT+2,343 miles
PASS
Mileage23,337 miles
Since last MOT+2,549 miles
PASS
Mileage20,788 miles
Since last MOT+2,334 miles
PASS
Mileage18,454 miles
Since last MOT+2,696 miles
PASS
Mileage15,758 miles
Since last MOT+2,670 miles
PASS
Mileage13,088 miles
Since last MOT+2,790 miles
PASS
Mileage10,298 miles
Since last MOT+2,555 miles
FAIL
Mileage7,743 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Ford Fiesta often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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.

Sigma 1.4L Duratec

Read our Ford Fiesta Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Ford Fiesta

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM53 TAU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1388cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeYM — Sheffield, Yorkshire
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

More YM53 T plates

Browse all YM53 T registrations from Sheffield.

About YM53 TAU

What car is YM53 TAU?

YM53 TAU is a green Ford Fiesta, petrol (1388cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.

What is the mileage of YM53 TAU?

The last recorded mileage for YM53 TAU was 43,908 miles, recorded on 6 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has YM53 TAU passed its MOT?

YM53 TAU has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 6 Feb 2021.

Is YM53 TAU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM53 TAU 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 YM53 TAU?

YM53 TAU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.