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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 142,499 miles on the clock, averaging 7,606 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 RX53 MUA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 142,499 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,573 |
| Average per year | 7,606 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | RX53 MUA |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RX — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RX53 MUA
What car is RX53 MUA?
RX53 MUA is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RX53 MUA?
The last recorded mileage for RX53 MUA was 142,499 miles, recorded on 3 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RX53 MUA passed its MOT?
RX53 MUA has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 3 Aug 2021.
Is RX53 MUA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RX53 MUA 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 RX53 MUA?
RX53 MUA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.