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 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 89,846 miles on the clock, averaging 4,785 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 RL53 NBD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 89,846 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,779 |
| Average per year | 4,785 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | RL53 NBD |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RL — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RL53 NBD
What car is RL53 NBD?
RL53 NBD is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RL53 NBD?
The last recorded mileage for RL53 NBD was 89,846 miles, recorded on 21 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RL53 NBD passed its MOT?
RL53 NBD has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 21 Mar 2023.
Is RL53 NBD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL53 NBD is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RL53 NBD?
RL53 NBD is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.