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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 75,500 miles on the clock, averaging 4,439 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 PL03 HCJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 75,500 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,676 |
| Average per year | 4,439 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | PL03 HCJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About PL03 HCJ
What car is PL03 HCJ?
PL03 HCJ is a red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PL03 HCJ?
The last recorded mileage for PL03 HCJ was 75,500 miles, recorded on 16 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL03 HCJ passed its MOT?
PL03 HCJ has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Nov 2015.
Is PL03 HCJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL03 HCJ 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 PL03 HCJ?
PL03 HCJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.