Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2002 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 172,178 miles on the clock, averaging 10,116 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for ET51 XXW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,178 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 10,116 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 XXW |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 XXW
What car is ET51 XXW?
ET51 XXW is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.
What is the mileage of ET51 XXW?
The last recorded mileage for ET51 XXW was 172,178 miles, recorded on 2 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ET51 XXW passed its MOT?
ET51 XXW has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 2 Aug 2019.
Is ET51 XXW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET51 XXW 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 XXW?
ET51 XXW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.