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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 42,900 miles on the clock, averaging 7,733 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for RL03 OMU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 42,900 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 19,422 |
| Average per year | 7,733 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 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 | RL03 OMU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RL — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About RL03 OMU
What car is RL03 OMU?
RL03 OMU is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RL03 OMU?
The last recorded mileage for RL03 OMU was 42,900 miles, recorded on 3 Aug 2010 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RL03 OMU passed its MOT?
RL03 OMU has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 3 Aug 2010.
Is RL03 OMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL03 OMU 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 RL03 OMU?
RL03 OMU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.