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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 119,636 miles on the clock, averaging 7,656 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 RF53 JYK
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 119,636 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8 |
| Average per year | 7,656 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | RF53 JYK |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RF53 JYK
What car is RF53 JYK?
RF53 JYK is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RF53 JYK?
The last recorded mileage for RF53 JYK was 119,636 miles, recorded on 4 Feb 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF53 JYK passed its MOT?
RF53 JYK has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 4 Feb 2020.
Is RF53 JYK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF53 JYK 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 RF53 JYK?
RF53 JYK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.