Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 105,335 miles on the clock, averaging 6,375 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 YY53 VKB
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 105,335 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 115 |
| Average per year | 6,375 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | YY53 VKB |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YY — Beverley, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YY53 VKB
What car is YY53 VKB?
YY53 VKB is a red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Beverley in 2003.
What is the mileage of YY53 VKB?
The last recorded mileage for YY53 VKB was 105,335 miles, recorded on 24 Jun 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YY53 VKB passed its MOT?
YY53 VKB has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Jun 2020.
Is YY53 VKB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YY53 VKB 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 YY53 VKB?
YY53 VKB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.