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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 122,506 miles on the clock, averaging 5,821 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 RL53 TXM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 122,506 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,983 |
| Average per year | 5,821 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 TXM |
| 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 TXM
What car is RL53 TXM?
RL53 TXM is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RL53 TXM?
The last recorded mileage for RL53 TXM was 122,506 miles, recorded on 22 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RL53 TXM passed its MOT?
RL53 TXM has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 22 Dec 2020.
Is RL53 TXM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL53 TXM 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 TXM?
RL53 TXM is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.