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At a glance
This 2002 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 95,444 miles on the clock, averaging 7,238 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 RN51 VWV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 95,444 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,723 |
| Average per year | 7,238 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | RN51 VWV |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RN — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About RN51 VWV
What car is RN51 VWV?
RN51 VWV is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.
What is the mileage of RN51 VWV?
The last recorded mileage for RN51 VWV was 95,444 miles, recorded on 14 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RN51 VWV passed its MOT?
RN51 VWV has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 14 Jan 2015.
Is RN51 VWV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN51 VWV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RN51 VWV?
RN51 VWV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.