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 2016 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 50,928 miles on the clock, averaging 5,203 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 BC16 XVL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 50,928 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,264 |
| Average per year | 5,203 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Reported issues for this Ford Fiesta
These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Fiesta models (2008–2019), 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 | BC16 XVL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BC — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About BC16 XVL
What car is BC16 XVL?
BC16 XVL is a grey Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2016.
What is the mileage of BC16 XVL?
The last recorded mileage for BC16 XVL was 50,928 miles, recorded on 11 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BC16 XVL passed its MOT?
BC16 XVL has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 Apr 2026.
Is BC16 XVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BC16 XVL is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is BC16 XVL?
BC16 XVL is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.