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 2012 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 71,439 miles on the clock, averaging 4,866 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 RF12 VBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 71,439 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,332 |
| Average per year | 4,866 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Fiesta
These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Fiesta models (2008–2019), 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 | RF12 VBU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About RF12 VBU
What car is RF12 VBU?
RF12 VBU is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Reading in 2012.
What is the mileage of RF12 VBU?
The last recorded mileage for RF12 VBU was 71,439 miles, recorded on 8 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF12 VBU passed its MOT?
RF12 VBU has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Aug 2025.
Is RF12 VBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF12 VBU 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 RF12 VBU?
RF12 VBU is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.