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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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 48,276 miles on the clock, averaging 2,518 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 DS51 KWX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 48,276 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,282 |
| Average per year | 2,518 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | DS51 KWX |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DS — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About DS51 KWX
What car is DS51 KWX?
DS51 KWX is a red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2002.
What is the mileage of DS51 KWX?
The last recorded mileage for DS51 KWX was 48,276 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS51 KWX passed its MOT?
DS51 KWX has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 3 Mar 2020.
Is DS51 KWX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS51 KWX 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 DS51 KWX?
DS51 KWX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.