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EA02 DBY

2002 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Red Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
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 2002 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 14,788 miles on the clock, averaging 1,240 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 EA02 DBY

MOT Status
Due date passed
14,788
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
1,240

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading14,788 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year1,240
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EA02 DBY 10k11k12k14k15k '06'10'09

Check EA02 DBY

Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage14,788 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage14,785 miles
Since last MOT+1,461 miles
PASS
Mileage13,324 miles
Since last MOT+1,107 miles
PASS
Mileage12,217 miles
Since last MOT+1,025 miles
PASS
Mileage11,192 miles
Since last MOT+1,234 miles
PASS
Mileage9,958 miles

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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

RegistrationEA02 DBY
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEA — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About EA02 DBY

What car is EA02 DBY?

EA02 DBY is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of EA02 DBY?

The last recorded mileage for EA02 DBY was 14,788 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EA02 DBY passed its MOT?

EA02 DBY has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 19 Mar 2010.

Is EA02 DBY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EA02 DBY 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 EA02 DBY?

EA02 DBY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.