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At a glance
This 2002 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 71,244 miles on the clock, averaging 5,118 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 BP51 VCT
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 71,244 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -188 |
| Average per year | 5,118 |
| 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 | BP51 VCT |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BP — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BP51 VCT
What car is BP51 VCT?
BP51 VCT is a red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BP51 VCT?
The last recorded mileage for BP51 VCT was 71,244 miles, recorded on 7 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BP51 VCT passed its MOT?
BP51 VCT has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 7 Sep 2015.
Is BP51 VCT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP51 VCT 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 BP51 VCT?
BP51 VCT is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.