Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 140,676 miles on the clock, averaging 8,517 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for RF03 UBY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 140,676 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,517 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | RF03 UBY |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About RF03 UBY
What car is RF03 UBY?
RF03 UBY is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RF03 UBY?
The last recorded mileage for RF03 UBY was 140,676 miles, recorded on 19 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF03 UBY passed its MOT?
RF03 UBY has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Jun 2019.
Is RF03 UBY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF03 UBY 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 RF03 UBY?
RF03 UBY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.