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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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 119,074 miles on the clock, averaging 7,752 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for BT51 RXC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 119,074 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 7,752 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | BT51 RXC |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BT — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BT51 RXC
What car is BT51 RXC?
BT51 RXC is a silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BT51 RXC?
The last recorded mileage for BT51 RXC was 119,074 miles, recorded on 6 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BT51 RXC passed its MOT?
BT51 RXC has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 6 Jan 2017.
Is BT51 RXC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT51 RXC 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 BT51 RXC?
BT51 RXC is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.