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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.
MOT & Mileage History for EK71 UME
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 33,365 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,123 |
| Average per year | 5,825 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 4 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 | EK71 UME |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1496cc |
| Year | 2021 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EK — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 71 — September 2021 to February 2022 |
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About EK71 UME
What car is EK71 UME?
EK71 UME is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1496cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2021.
What is the mileage of EK71 UME?
The last recorded mileage for EK71 UME was 33,365 miles, recorded on 28 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EK71 UME passed its MOT?
EK71 UME has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 28 May 2026.
Is EK71 UME ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EK71 UME 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 EK71 UME?
EK71 UME is approximately 5 years old. Age identifier 71 means registered between 1 September 2021 and 28 February 2022.