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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 158,890 miles on the clock, averaging 10,384 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for ML03 XLD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 158,890 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,176 |
| Average per year | 10,384 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | ML03 XLD |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About ML03 XLD
What car is ML03 XLD?
ML03 XLD is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of ML03 XLD?
The last recorded mileage for ML03 XLD was 158,890 miles, recorded on 18 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML03 XLD passed its MOT?
ML03 XLD has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 18 Apr 2019.
Is ML03 XLD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML03 XLD 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 ML03 XLD?
ML03 XLD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.