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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 80,804 miles on the clock, averaging 4,973 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for BW03 VSM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 80,804 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,074 |
| Average per year | 4,973 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | BW03 VSM |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BW — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About BW03 VSM
What car is BW03 VSM?
BW03 VSM is a blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BW03 VSM?
The last recorded mileage for BW03 VSM was 80,804 miles, recorded on 21 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BW03 VSM passed its MOT?
BW03 VSM has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 21 Feb 2017.
Is BW03 VSM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW03 VSM 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 BW03 VSM?
BW03 VSM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.