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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 93,883 miles on the clock, averaging 6,295 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 EF03 VDZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 93,883 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,561 |
| Average per year | 6,295 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | EF03 VDZ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About EF03 VDZ
What car is EF03 VDZ?
EF03 VDZ is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EF03 VDZ?
The last recorded mileage for EF03 VDZ was 93,883 miles, recorded on 3 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF03 VDZ passed its MOT?
EF03 VDZ has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 3 May 2017.
Is EF03 VDZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF03 VDZ 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 EF03 VDZ?
EF03 VDZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.