Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 151,698 miles on the clock, averaging 9,601 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 OV03 UBM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 151,698 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,601 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | OV03 UBM |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About OV03 UBM
What car is OV03 UBM?
OV03 UBM is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OV03 UBM?
The last recorded mileage for OV03 UBM was 151,698 miles, recorded on 14 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV03 UBM passed its MOT?
OV03 UBM has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 14 Feb 2020.
Is OV03 UBM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV03 UBM 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 OV03 UBM?
OV03 UBM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.