Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 86,463 miles on the clock, averaging 5,527 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 RN53 BZW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 86,463 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,527 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | RN53 BZW |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RN — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RN53 BZW
What car is RN53 BZW?
RN53 BZW is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RN53 BZW?
The last recorded mileage for RN53 BZW was 86,463 miles, recorded on 10 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RN53 BZW passed its MOT?
RN53 BZW has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 Sep 2020.
Is RN53 BZW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN53 BZW 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 RN53 BZW?
RN53 BZW is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.