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At a glance
This 2002 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 122,569 miles on the clock, averaging 4,336 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 ET51 DME
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 122,569 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,701 |
| Average per year | 4,336 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | ET51 DME |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ET — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About ET51 DME
What car is ET51 DME?
ET51 DME is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.
What is the mileage of ET51 DME?
The last recorded mileage for ET51 DME was 122,569 miles, recorded on 16 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ET51 DME passed its MOT?
ET51 DME has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Nov 2020.
Is ET51 DME ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET51 DME 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 ET51 DME?
ET51 DME is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.