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 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 72,074 miles on the clock, averaging 4,377 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 RA54 HTL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 72,074 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 432 |
| Average per year | 4,377 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | RA54 HTL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About RA54 HTL
What car is RA54 HTL?
RA54 HTL is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RA54 HTL?
The last recorded mileage for RA54 HTL was 72,074 miles, recorded on 9 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA54 HTL passed its MOT?
RA54 HTL has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 9 Jan 2020.
Is RA54 HTL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA54 HTL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RA54 HTL?
RA54 HTL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.