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 7 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 110,157 miles on the clock, averaging 16,835 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for RL53 WUO
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 110,157 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,304 |
| Average per year | 16,835 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 WUO |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 WUO
What car is RL53 WUO?
RL53 WUO is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RL53 WUO?
The last recorded mileage for RL53 WUO was 110,157 miles, recorded on 22 Oct 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RL53 WUO passed its MOT?
RL53 WUO has had 7 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (7 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 22 Oct 2012.
Is RL53 WUO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL53 WUO 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 WUO?
RL53 WUO is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.