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 2021 Ford Fiesta Petrol 999cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 52,255 miles on the clock, averaging 6,728 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.0 EcoBoost engine is known for m1da. Common Ford Fiesta issues include front wheel bearings and steering column.
MOT & Mileage History for RF21 CUW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 52,255 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,942 |
| Average per year | 6,728 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Fiesta
These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Fiesta models (2017–2023), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Front wheel bearings
Insufficient sealant on driveshaft splines allows water ingress, causing bearings to crack and fail prematurely.[1] · Typical repair: £150-£300 per side (bearing + labour at indie garage, estimated).
Steering column (universal intermediate shaft bushings)
Poor-quality bushings in the sealed steering column wear out, causing play and noise.[4] · Typical repair: £400-£700 (full column replacement at indie).
Horn wiring in steering wheel
Faulty wiring chafes, shorting intermittently.[1] · Typical repair: £80-£150 (rewire/insulate at indie, estimated).
Gear selection (5MX65 5-speed manual gearbox linkage)
Worn selector mechanism or cable adjustment fails, preventing 1st/reverse engagement.[1] · Typical repair: £200-£400 (linkage adjust/replace at indie).
M1DA
Faulty sensor signal with voltage drops/spikes, misinterpreted by ECU as extra crank counts, causing misfires or injector cut-out. Likely poor contact at sensor socket or 5V reference supply vibration.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RF21 CUW |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 999cc |
| Year | 2021 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 21 — March 2021 to August 2021 |
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About RF21 CUW
What car is RF21 CUW?
RF21 CUW is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (999cc). First registered in Reading in 2021.
What is the mileage of RF21 CUW?
The last recorded mileage for RF21 CUW was 52,255 miles, recorded on 24 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF21 CUW passed its MOT?
RF21 CUW has had 4 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (4 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 24 Jun 2026.
Is RF21 CUW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF21 CUW 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 RF21 CUW?
RF21 CUW is approximately 5 years old. Age identifier 21 means registered between 1 March 2021 and 31 August 2021.