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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 152,379 miles on the clock, averaging 7,918 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 RL53 RDZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 152,379 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,918 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 RDZ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Green |
| 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 RDZ
What car is RL53 RDZ?
RL53 RDZ is an green Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RL53 RDZ?
The last recorded mileage for RL53 RDZ was 152,379 miles, recorded on 12 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RL53 RDZ passed its MOT?
RL53 RDZ has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 12 Nov 2024.
Is RL53 RDZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL53 RDZ 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 RDZ?
RL53 RDZ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.