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 2007 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 10 (55% pass rate). It has 71,665 miles on the clock, averaging 3,132 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 RA57 BVJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 71,665 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,132 |
| 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 | RA57 BVJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Purple |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About RA57 BVJ
What car is RA57 BVJ?
RA57 BVJ is an purple Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Reading in 2007.
What is the mileage of RA57 BVJ?
The last recorded mileage for RA57 BVJ was 71,665 miles, recorded on 2 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA57 BVJ passed its MOT?
RA57 BVJ has had 22 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (12 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 2 Jul 2025.
Is RA57 BVJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA57 BVJ is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is RA57 BVJ?
RA57 BVJ is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.