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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 75,161 miles on the clock, averaging 3,872 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 FH03 VPU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 75,161 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,372 |
| Average per year | 3,872 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | FH03 VPU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About FH03 VPU
What car is FH03 VPU?
FH03 VPU is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FH03 VPU?
The last recorded mileage for FH03 VPU was 75,161 miles, recorded on 7 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FH03 VPU passed its MOT?
FH03 VPU has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 7 Jan 2020.
Is FH03 VPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH03 VPU 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 FH03 VPU?
FH03 VPU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.