Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 121,648 miles on the clock, averaging 7,341 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 HE03 GAV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 121,648 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 7,341 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | HE03 GAV |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HE — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About HE03 GAV
What car is HE03 GAV?
HE03 GAV is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2003.
What is the mileage of HE03 GAV?
The last recorded mileage for HE03 GAV was 121,648 miles, recorded on 6 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HE03 GAV passed its MOT?
HE03 GAV has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Oct 2020.
Is HE03 GAV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HE03 GAV 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 HE03 GAV?
HE03 GAV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.