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 2017 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 78,045 miles on the clock, averaging 9,505 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 BL17 VLU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 78,045 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,341 |
| Average per year | 9,505 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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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 | BL17 VLU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2017 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 17 — March 2017 to August 2017 |
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About BL17 VLU
What car is BL17 VLU?
BL17 VLU is a blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2017.
What is the mileage of BL17 VLU?
The last recorded mileage for BL17 VLU was 78,045 miles, recorded on 22 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL17 VLU passed its MOT?
BL17 VLU has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 22 Oct 2025.
Is BL17 VLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL17 VLU 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 BL17 VLU?
BL17 VLU is approximately 9 years old. Age identifier 17 means registered between 1 March 2017 and 31 August 2017.