Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 126,794 miles on the clock, averaging 7,581 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for AX03 VCU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 126,794 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,452 |
| Average per year | 7,581 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | AX03 VCU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AX — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About AX03 VCU
What car is AX03 VCU?
AX03 VCU is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2003.
What is the mileage of AX03 VCU?
The last recorded mileage for AX03 VCU was 126,794 miles, recorded on 24 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AX03 VCU passed its MOT?
AX03 VCU has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 24 Apr 2019.
Is AX03 VCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AX03 VCU 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 AX03 VCU?
AX03 VCU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.