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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 9 (65% pass rate). It has 96,370 miles on the clock, averaging 2,083 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 EF51 UCS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 96,370 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,083 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | EF51 UCS |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About EF51 UCS
What car is EF51 UCS?
EF51 UCS is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.
What is the mileage of EF51 UCS?
The last recorded mileage for EF51 UCS was 96,370 miles, recorded on 23 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF51 UCS passed its MOT?
EF51 UCS has had 26 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (17 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 23 Oct 2025.
Is EF51 UCS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF51 UCS 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 EF51 UCS?
EF51 UCS is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.