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 2003 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 6 (77% pass rate). It has 89,522 miles on the clock, averaging 3,689 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for RV03 VBM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 89,522 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,373 |
| Average per year | 3,689 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | RV03 VBM |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RV — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About RV03 VBM
What car is RV03 VBM?
RV03 VBM is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RV03 VBM?
The last recorded mileage for RV03 VBM was 89,522 miles, recorded on 30 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RV03 VBM passed its MOT?
RV03 VBM has had 26 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (20 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 30 Jun 2026.
Is RV03 VBM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV03 VBM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RV03 VBM?
RV03 VBM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.