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At a glance
This 2023 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1496cc has had 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 34,276 miles on the clock, averaging 7,771 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Ford Fiesta issues include front wheel bearings and steering column.
MOT & Mileage History for EK23 MVM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 34,276 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,771 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Fiesta
These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Fiesta models (2017–2023), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Front wheel bearings
Insufficient sealant on driveshaft splines allows water ingress, causing bearings to crack and fail prematurely.[1] · Typical repair: £150-£300 per side (bearing + labour at indie garage, estimated).
Steering column (universal intermediate shaft bushings)
Poor-quality bushings in the sealed steering column wear out, causing play and noise.[4] · Typical repair: £400-£700 (full column replacement at indie).
Horn wiring in steering wheel
Faulty wiring chafes, shorting intermittently.[1] · Typical repair: £80-£150 (rewire/insulate at indie, estimated).
Gear selection (5MX65 5-speed manual gearbox linkage)
Worn selector mechanism or cable adjustment fails, preventing 1st/reverse engagement.[1] · Typical repair: £200-£400 (linkage adjust/replace at indie).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EK23 MVM |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1496cc |
| Year | 2023 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EK — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 23 — March 2023 to August 2023 |
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About EK23 MVM
What car is EK23 MVM?
EK23 MVM is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1496cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2023.
What is the mileage of EK23 MVM?
The last recorded mileage for EK23 MVM was 34,276 miles, recorded on 10 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EK23 MVM passed its MOT?
EK23 MVM has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Aug 2026.
Is EK23 MVM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EK23 MVM is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is EK23 MVM?
EK23 MVM is approximately 3 years old. Age identifier 23 means registered between 1 March 2023 and 31 August 2023.