Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2004 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 65,478 miles on the clock, averaging 8,227 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 RN53 FKE
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 65,478 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,845 |
| Average per year | 8,227 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | RN53 FKE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 FKE
What car is RN53 FKE?
RN53 FKE is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RN53 FKE?
The last recorded mileage for RN53 FKE was 65,478 miles, recorded on 13 May 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RN53 FKE passed its MOT?
RN53 FKE has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 May 2011.
Is RN53 FKE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN53 FKE 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 FKE?
RN53 FKE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.