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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 74,649 miles on the clock, averaging 5,561 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 DC03 BGU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 74,649 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,386 |
| Average per year | 5,561 |
| 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 | DC03 BGU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DC — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About DC03 BGU
What car is DC03 BGU?
DC03 BGU is a green Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DC03 BGU?
The last recorded mileage for DC03 BGU was 74,649 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DC03 BGU passed its MOT?
DC03 BGU has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Jan 2015.
Is DC03 BGU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DC03 BGU 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 DC03 BGU?
DC03 BGU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.