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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 103,901 miles on the clock, averaging 8,814 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for NL03 UPY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 103,901 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,136 |
| Average per year | 8,814 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | NL03 UPY |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About NL03 UPY
What car is NL03 UPY?
NL03 UPY is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NL03 UPY?
The last recorded mileage for NL03 UPY was 103,901 miles, recorded on 21 Jul 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL03 UPY passed its MOT?
NL03 UPY has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 21 Jul 2015.
Is NL03 UPY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL03 UPY 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 NL03 UPY?
NL03 UPY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.