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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 53,381 miles on the clock, averaging 3,716 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 DE52 VUV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 53,381 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,716 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | DE52 VUV |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DE — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About DE52 VUV
What car is DE52 VUV?
DE52 VUV is a blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chester in 2002.
What is the mileage of DE52 VUV?
The last recorded mileage for DE52 VUV was 53,381 miles, recorded on 14 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE52 VUV passed its MOT?
DE52 VUV has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Oct 2016.
Is DE52 VUV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE52 VUV 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 DE52 VUV?
DE52 VUV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.