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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 92,557 miles on the clock, averaging 5,350 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 RV03 VBY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 92,557 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,077 |
| Average per year | 5,350 |
| 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 | RV03 VBY |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 VBY
What car is RV03 VBY?
RV03 VBY is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RV03 VBY?
The last recorded mileage for RV03 VBY was 92,557 miles, recorded on 9 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RV03 VBY passed its MOT?
RV03 VBY has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 9 Nov 2019.
Is RV03 VBY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV03 VBY 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 VBY?
RV03 VBY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.