Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1388cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 168,235 miles on the clock, averaging 6,983 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 Duratec engine is known for sigma 1.4l duratec.
MOT & Mileage History for RF53 RYJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 168,235 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,392 |
| Average per year | 6,983 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RF53 RYJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1388cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RF53 RYJ
What car is RF53 RYJ?
RF53 RYJ is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1388cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RF53 RYJ?
The last recorded mileage for RF53 RYJ was 168,235 miles, recorded on 17 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF53 RYJ passed its MOT?
RF53 RYJ has had 24 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (20 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Jan 2026.
Is RF53 RYJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF53 RYJ 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 RYJ?
RF53 RYJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.