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 2002 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 97,954 miles on the clock, averaging 5,833 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 RL02 SZX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 97,954 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11 |
| Average per year | 5,833 |
| 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 | RL02 SZX |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RL — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About RL02 SZX
What car is RL02 SZX?
RL02 SZX is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.
What is the mileage of RL02 SZX?
The last recorded mileage for RL02 SZX was 97,954 miles, recorded on 29 Jun 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RL02 SZX passed its MOT?
RL02 SZX has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Jun 2020.
Is RL02 SZX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL02 SZX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RL02 SZX?
RL02 SZX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.