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 2008 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 113,665 miles on the clock, averaging 6,831 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 BP57 UTJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 113,665 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 6,831 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | BP57 UTJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Purple |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BP — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About BP57 UTJ
What car is BP57 UTJ?
BP57 UTJ is a purple Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2008.
What is the mileage of BP57 UTJ?
The last recorded mileage for BP57 UTJ was 113,665 miles, recorded on 13 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BP57 UTJ passed its MOT?
BP57 UTJ has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 13 Nov 2023.
Is BP57 UTJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP57 UTJ 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 BP57 UTJ?
BP57 UTJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.