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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 88,995 miles on the clock, averaging 6,539 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 VNW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 88,995 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 6,539 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 VNW |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 VNW
What car is SM03 VNW?
SM03 VNW is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SM03 VNW?
The last recorded mileage for SM03 VNW was 88,995 miles, recorded on 25 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM03 VNW passed its MOT?
SM03 VNW has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 25 Jul 2019.
Is SM03 VNW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM03 VNW 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 VNW?
SM03 VNW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.