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BU16 CEY

2016 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Blue Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 10 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2016
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 2016 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 87,986 miles on the clock, averaging 9,187 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 BU16 CEY

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
87,986
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2019
73%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
9,187

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading87,986 miles
Reading date
Miles last year90
Average per year9,187
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for BU16 CEY 22k38k55k71k88k '19'26'22

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage87,986 miles
Since last MOT+90 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,896 miles
Since last MOT+9,245 miles
PASS
Mileage78,651 miles
Since last MOT+9,306 miles
PASS
Mileage69,345 miles
Since last MOT+10,523 miles
PASS
Mileage58,822 miles
Since last MOT+9,260 miles
PASS
Mileage49,562 miles
Since last MOT+11,358 miles
PASS
Mileage38,204 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,204 miles
Since last MOT+8,373 miles
PASS
Mileage29,831 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,831 miles
Since last MOT+8,120 miles
PASS
Mileage21,711 miles

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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

RegistrationBU16 CEY
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2016
First registered
Area codeBU — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier16 — March 2016 to August 2016

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About BU16 CEY

What car is BU16 CEY?

BU16 CEY is a blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2016.

What is the mileage of BU16 CEY?

The last recorded mileage for BU16 CEY was 87,986 miles, recorded on 12 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BU16 CEY passed its MOT?

BU16 CEY has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 12 May 2026.

Is BU16 CEY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU16 CEY 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 BU16 CEY?

BU16 CEY is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.