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 2016 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 15,090 miles on the clock, averaging 758 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for BU16 SXE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 15,090 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 31 |
| Average per year | 758 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 (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
| Registration | BU16 SXE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About BU16 SXE
What car is BU16 SXE?
BU16 SXE is a blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2016.
What is the mileage of BU16 SXE?
The last recorded mileage for BU16 SXE was 15,090 miles, recorded on 19 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU16 SXE passed its MOT?
BU16 SXE has had 8 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (8 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 19 Nov 2025.
Is BU16 SXE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU16 SXE 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 SXE?
BU16 SXE is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.