2003 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · LM53 UBT
2003 Ford Fiesta (1.4L, petrol). First registered 30 Dec 2003. Recorded mileage 282,164 miles. MOT valid until 29 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD FIESTA
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 282,164 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LM53 UBT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/05/2026
- 282,164 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LM53 UBT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Ford Fiesta (LM53 UBT) between May 2022 and May 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 7 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
LM53 UBT Mileage History
- 19/05/2022209,838 mi
- 15/05/2023217,641 mi+7,803 mi
- 31/05/2024228,542 mi+10,901 mi
- 27/05/2025249,816 mi+21,274 mi
- 14/05/2026282,164 mi+32,348 mi
Average of roughly 18,144 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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