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 2002 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 8 (56% pass rate). It has 68,004 miles on the clock, averaging 5,782 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 BU52 FZS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 68,004 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,782 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | BU52 FZS |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BU52 FZS
What car is BU52 FZS?
BU52 FZS is a silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BU52 FZS?
The last recorded mileage for BU52 FZS was 68,004 miles, recorded on 4 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU52 FZS passed its MOT?
BU52 FZS has had 18 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (10 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 4 Feb 2015.
Is BU52 FZS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU52 FZS 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 BU52 FZS?
BU52 FZS is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.