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
SH03 AXV

2003 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Blue Registered in Glasgow, Scotland · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourBlue
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 83,507 miles on the clock, averaging 5,418 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 SH03 AXV

MOT Status
Due date passed
83,507
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
5,418

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading83,507 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,418
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SH03 AXV 24k39k54k69k84k '06'17'13

Check SH03 AXV

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage83,507 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,507 miles
Since last MOT+5,315 miles
PASS
Mileage78,192 miles
Since last MOT+5,187 miles
PASS
Mileage73,005 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,005 miles
Since last MOT+7,229 miles
PASS
Mileage65,776 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,761 miles
Since last MOT+6,510 miles
PASS
Mileage59,251 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,251 miles
Since last MOT+4,941 miles
PASS
Mileage54,310 miles
Since last MOT+2,895 miles
PASS
Mileage51,415 miles
Since last MOT+5,238 miles
PASS
Mileage46,177 miles
Since last MOT+5,303 miles
PASS
Mileage40,874 miles
Since last MOT+7,568 miles
PASS
Mileage33,306 miles
Since last MOT+4,710 miles
PASS
Mileage28,596 miles
Since last MOT+4,684 miles
PASS
Mileage23,912 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage23,912 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

RegistrationSH03 AXV
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeSH — Glasgow, Scotland
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

More SH03 A plates

Browse all SH03 A registrations from Glasgow.

About SH03 AXV

What car is SH03 AXV?

SH03 AXV is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.

What is the mileage of SH03 AXV?

The last recorded mileage for SH03 AXV was 83,507 miles, recorded on 12 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SH03 AXV passed its MOT?

SH03 AXV has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Apr 2017.

Is SH03 AXV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH03 AXV 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 SH03 AXV?

SH03 AXV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.