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KA03 AED

2003 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Red Registered in Northampton, Luton and Northampton · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 75,624 miles on the clock, averaging 3,667 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 KA03 AED

MOT Status
Due date passed
75,624
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 8 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
3,667

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading75,624 miles
Reading date
Miles last year55
Average per year3,667
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KA03 AED 20k34k48k62k76k '06'21'15

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage75,624 miles
Since last MOT+55 miles
FAIL
Mileage75,569 miles
Since last MOT+5,034 miles
PASS
Mileage70,535 miles
Since last MOT+5,225 miles
PASS
Mileage65,310 miles
Since last MOT+4,982 miles
PASS
Mileage60,328 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,313 miles
Since last MOT+21 miles
FAIL
Mileage60,292 miles
Since last MOT+2,190 miles
PASS
Mileage58,102 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,091 miles
Since last MOT+2,075 miles
PASS
Mileage56,016 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage56,000 miles
Since last MOT+3,615 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,385 miles
Since last MOT+4,156 miles
PASS
Mileage48,229 miles
Since last MOT+38 miles
FAIL
Mileage48,191 miles
Since last MOT+3,208 miles
PASS
Mileage44,983 miles
Since last MOT+1,672 miles
PASS
Mileage43,311 miles
Since last MOT+4,198 miles
PASS
Mileage39,113 miles
Since last MOT+6,098 miles
PASS
Mileage33,015 miles
Since last MOT+5,788 miles
PASS
Mileage27,227 miles
Since last MOT+2,383 miles
PASS
Mileage24,844 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage24,844 miles
Since last MOT+963 miles
PASS
Mileage23,881 miles
Since last MOT+4,262 miles
PASS
Mileage19,619 miles

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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

RegistrationKA03 AED
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKA — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About KA03 AED

What car is KA03 AED?

KA03 AED is a red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KA03 AED?

The last recorded mileage for KA03 AED was 75,624 miles, recorded on 12 Nov 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KA03 AED passed its MOT?

KA03 AED has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 12 Nov 2021.

Is KA03 AED ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KA03 AED 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 KA03 AED?

KA03 AED is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.