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At a glance
This 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 83,408 miles on the clock, averaging 4,885 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 RJ53 EWT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 83,408 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,667 |
| Average per year | 4,885 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 EWT |
| 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 EWT
What car is RJ53 EWT?
RJ53 EWT is an green Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RJ53 EWT?
The last recorded mileage for RJ53 EWT was 83,408 miles, recorded on 14 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RJ53 EWT passed its MOT?
RJ53 EWT has had 16 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (15 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 14 Jan 2021.
Is RJ53 EWT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ53 EWT 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 EWT?
RJ53 EWT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.