Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
PL03 OPH

2003 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Black Registered in Preston, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 95,127 miles on the clock, averaging 5,785 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 PL03 OPH

MOT Status
Due date passed
95,127
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
81%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
5,785

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading95,127 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,147
Average per year5,785
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for PL03 OPH 21k40k58k77k95k '06'18'12

Check PL03 OPH

Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage95,127 miles
Since last MOT+5,147 miles
PASS
Mileage89,980 miles
Since last MOT+3,907 miles
PASS
Mileage86,073 miles
Since last MOT+3,613 miles
PASS
Mileage82,460 miles
Since last MOT+8,345 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,115 miles
Since last MOT+9,747 miles
PASS
Mileage64,368 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,368 miles
Since last MOT+4,913 miles
PASS
Mileage59,455 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,446 miles
Since last MOT+3,437 miles
PASS
Mileage56,009 miles
Since last MOT+4,441 miles
PASS
Mileage51,568 miles
Since last MOT+3,845 miles
PASS
Mileage47,723 miles
Since last MOT+4,486 miles
PASS
Mileage43,237 miles
Since last MOT+4,641 miles
PASS
Mileage38,596 miles
Since last MOT+6,723 miles
PASS
Mileage31,873 miles
Since last MOT+10,731 miles
PASS
Mileage21,142 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Ford Fiesta often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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.

Read our Ford Fiesta Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Ford Fiesta

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL03 OPH
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePL — Preston, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

More PL03 O plates

Browse all PL03 O registrations from Preston.

About PL03 OPH

What car is PL03 OPH?

PL03 OPH is a black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.

What is the mileage of PL03 OPH?

The last recorded mileage for PL03 OPH was 95,127 miles, recorded on 25 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PL03 OPH passed its MOT?

PL03 OPH has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Oct 2018.

Is PL03 OPH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL03 OPH 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 OPH?

PL03 OPH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.