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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 11 (56% pass rate). It has 50,537 miles on the clock, averaging 2,359 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 SO03 HWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 50,537 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 360 |
| Average per year | 2,359 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | SO03 HWJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About SO03 HWJ
What car is SO03 HWJ?
SO03 HWJ is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SO03 HWJ?
The last recorded mileage for SO03 HWJ was 50,537 miles, recorded on 5 Jun 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO03 HWJ passed its MOT?
SO03 HWJ has had 25 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (14 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 5 Jun 2020.
Is SO03 HWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO03 HWJ 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 SO03 HWJ?
SO03 HWJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.