Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 86,534 miles on the clock, averaging 5,864 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 SO03 OOB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 86,534 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,864 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 OOB |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 OOB
What car is SO03 OOB?
SO03 OOB is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SO03 OOB?
The last recorded mileage for SO03 OOB was 86,534 miles, recorded on 17 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO03 OOB passed its MOT?
SO03 OOB has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 17 Feb 2016.
Is SO03 OOB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO03 OOB 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 OOB?
SO03 OOB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.