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At a glance
This 2002 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 68,173 miles on the clock, averaging 7,522 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 RYU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 68,173 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,472 |
| Average per year | 7,522 |
| 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 (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 RYU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Green |
| 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 RYU
What car is BT51 RYU?
BT51 RYU is a green Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BT51 RYU?
The last recorded mileage for BT51 RYU was 68,173 miles, recorded on 26 Jan 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BT51 RYU passed its MOT?
BT51 RYU has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 26 Jan 2012.
Is BT51 RYU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT51 RYU 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 RYU?
BT51 RYU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.