Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 5 (78% pass rate). It has 94,578 miles on the clock, averaging 4,546 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 FM03 BXE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 94,578 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 4,546 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | FM03 BXE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About FM03 BXE
What car is FM03 BXE?
FM03 BXE is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FM03 BXE?
The last recorded mileage for FM03 BXE was 94,578 miles, recorded on 5 Jun 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM03 BXE passed its MOT?
FM03 BXE has had 23 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (18 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 5 Jun 2023.
Is FM03 BXE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM03 BXE 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 FM03 BXE?
FM03 BXE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.