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 2002 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 35,638 miles on the clock, averaging 1,903 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 RX02 VTJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 35,638 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 1,903 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | RX02 VTJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RX — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About RX02 VTJ
What car is RX02 VTJ?
RX02 VTJ is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Reading in 2002.
What is the mileage of RX02 VTJ?
The last recorded mileage for RX02 VTJ was 35,638 miles, recorded on 28 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RX02 VTJ passed its MOT?
RX02 VTJ has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 28 Mar 2018.
Is RX02 VTJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RX02 VTJ 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 RX02 VTJ?
RX02 VTJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.