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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 99,853 miles on the clock, averaging 6,878 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 SM03 AXV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 99,853 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,878 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | SM03 AXV |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About SM03 AXV
What car is SM03 AXV?
SM03 AXV is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SM03 AXV?
The last recorded mileage for SM03 AXV was 99,853 miles, recorded on 21 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM03 AXV passed its MOT?
SM03 AXV has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 21 Apr 2017.
Is SM03 AXV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM03 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 SM03 AXV?
SM03 AXV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.