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BC51 JXB

2002 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Black Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 77,327 miles on the clock, averaging 9,368 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.

MOT & Mileage History for BC51 JXB

MOT Status
Due date passed
77,327
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
9,368

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading77,327 miles
Reading date
Miles last year198
Average per year9,368
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BC51 JXB 13k29k45k61k77k '06'12'10

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage77,327 miles
Since last MOT+198 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,129 miles
Since last MOT+12,313 miles
PASS
Mileage64,816 miles
Since last MOT+11,856 miles
PASS
Mileage52,960 miles
Since last MOT+21,531 miles
PASS
Mileage31,429 miles
Since last MOT+13,490 miles
PASS
Mileage17,939 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage17,939 miles
Since last MOT+4,524 miles
PASS
Mileage13,415 miles

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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

RegistrationBC51 JXB
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeBC — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About BC51 JXB

What car is BC51 JXB?

BC51 JXB is a black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of BC51 JXB?

The last recorded mileage for BC51 JXB was 77,327 miles, recorded on 15 Nov 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BC51 JXB passed its MOT?

BC51 JXB has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 Nov 2012.

Is BC51 JXB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BC51 JXB 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 BC51 JXB?

BC51 JXB is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.