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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 40,509 miles on the clock, averaging 1,213 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 YM03 VAE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 40,509 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 1,213 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | YM03 VAE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YM — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About YM03 VAE
What car is YM03 VAE?
YM03 VAE is a blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YM03 VAE?
The last recorded mileage for YM03 VAE was 40,509 miles, recorded on 14 Feb 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YM03 VAE passed its MOT?
YM03 VAE has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Feb 2022.
Is YM03 VAE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YM03 VAE 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 YM03 VAE?
YM03 VAE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.