Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 88,912 miles on the clock, averaging 6,758 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 ML03 XLF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 88,912 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,176 |
| Average per year | 6,758 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 XLF |
| 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 XLF
What car is ML03 XLF?
ML03 XLF is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of ML03 XLF?
The last recorded mileage for ML03 XLF was 88,912 miles, recorded on 10 May 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML03 XLF passed its MOT?
ML03 XLF has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 May 2016.
Is ML03 XLF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML03 XLF 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 XLF?
ML03 XLF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.