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 2005 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 5 (80% pass rate). It has 96,622 miles on the clock, averaging 4,399 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 BY03 ABS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 96,622 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,399 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | BY03 ABS |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BY — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About BY03 ABS
What car is BY03 ABS?
BY03 ABS is a blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BY03 ABS?
The last recorded mileage for BY03 ABS was 96,622 miles, recorded on 17 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BY03 ABS passed its MOT?
BY03 ABS has had 25 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (20 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 Jul 2026.
Is BY03 ABS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BY03 ABS is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BY03 ABS?
BY03 ABS is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.