Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 87,125 miles on the clock, averaging 7,177 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for RJ53 EVB
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 87,125 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,519 |
| Average per year | 7,177 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 (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 | RJ53 EVB |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RJ — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RJ53 EVB
What car is RJ53 EVB?
RJ53 EVB is an green Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RJ53 EVB?
The last recorded mileage for RJ53 EVB was 87,125 miles, recorded on 28 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RJ53 EVB passed its MOT?
RJ53 EVB has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 28 Mar 2016.
Is RJ53 EVB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ53 EVB 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 RJ53 EVB?
RJ53 EVB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.