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 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 7 (75% pass rate). It has 74,712 miles on the clock, averaging 3,052 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 RK03 MLJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 74,712 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8 |
| Average per year | 3,052 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 | RK03 MLJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About RK03 MLJ
What car is RK03 MLJ?
RK03 MLJ is an grey Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RK03 MLJ?
The last recorded mileage for RK03 MLJ was 74,712 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK03 MLJ passed its MOT?
RK03 MLJ has had 28 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (21 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 27 Feb 2026.
Is RK03 MLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK03 MLJ 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 RK03 MLJ?
RK03 MLJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.