Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
RF03 UDY

2003 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Red Registered in Reading, Reading · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 72,271 miles on the clock, averaging 4,315 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 RF03 UDY

MOT Status
Due date passed
72,271
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
4,315

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading72,271 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,474
Average per year4,315
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RF03 UDY 24k36k48k60k72k '06'17'12

Check RF03 UDY

Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage72,271 miles
Since last MOT+4,474 miles
PASS
Mileage67,797 miles
Since last MOT+1,556 miles
PASS
Mileage66,241 miles
Since last MOT+719 miles
PASS
Mileage65,522 miles
Since last MOT+795 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,727 miles
Since last MOT+976 miles
PASS
Mileage63,751 miles
Since last MOT+3,500 miles
PASS
Mileage60,251 miles
Since last MOT+7,621 miles
PASS
Mileage52,630 miles
Since last MOT+251 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,379 miles
Since last MOT+8,694 miles
PASS
Mileage43,685 miles
Since last MOT+8,978 miles
PASS
Mileage34,707 miles
Since last MOT+10,862 miles
PASS
Mileage23,845 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Ford Fiesta often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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.

Read our Ford Fiesta Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Ford Fiesta

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF03 UDY
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRF — Reading, Reading
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

More RF03 U plates

Browse all RF03 U registrations from Reading.

About RF03 UDY

What car is RF03 UDY?

RF03 UDY is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RF03 UDY?

The last recorded mileage for RF03 UDY was 72,271 miles, recorded on 1 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RF03 UDY passed its MOT?

RF03 UDY has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Aug 2017.

Is RF03 UDY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF03 UDY 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 UDY?

RF03 UDY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.