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EF51 YMU

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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 35,568 miles on the clock, averaging 2,204 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 YMU

MOT Status
Due date passed
35,568
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2006
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
2,204

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading35,568 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,893
Average per year2,204
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EF51 YMU 13k18k24k30k36k '06'16'11

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage35,568 miles
Since last MOT+3,893 miles
PASS
Mileage31,675 miles
Since last MOT+88 miles
FAIL
Mileage31,587 miles
Since last MOT+4,558 miles
PASS
Mileage27,029 miles
Since last MOT+955 miles
PASS
Mileage26,074 miles
Since last MOT+1,379 miles
PASS
Mileage24,695 miles
Since last MOT+1,850 miles
PASS
Mileage22,845 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage22,838 miles
Since last MOT+1,744 miles
PASS
Mileage21,094 miles
Since last MOT+2,056 miles
PASS
Mileage19,038 miles
Since last MOT+1,854 miles
PASS
Mileage17,184 miles
Since last MOT+2,204 miles
PASS
Mileage14,980 miles
Since last MOT+2,434 miles
PASS
Mileage12,546 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

RegistrationEF51 YMU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About EF51 YMU

What car is EF51 YMU?

EF51 YMU is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.

What is the mileage of EF51 YMU?

The last recorded mileage for EF51 YMU was 35,568 miles, recorded on 1 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF51 YMU passed its MOT?

EF51 YMU has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Jul 2016.

Is EF51 YMU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF51 YMU 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 YMU?

EF51 YMU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.