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At a glance
This 2002 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 116,878 miles on the clock, averaging 8,123 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for EU02 VTJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 116,878 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,351 |
| Average per year | 8,123 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | EU02 VTJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EU — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About EU02 VTJ
What car is EU02 VTJ?
EU02 VTJ is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2002.
What is the mileage of EU02 VTJ?
The last recorded mileage for EU02 VTJ was 116,878 miles, recorded on 18 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EU02 VTJ passed its MOT?
EU02 VTJ has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last was tested on 18 Jun 2015.
Is EU02 VTJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EU02 VTJ 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 EU02 VTJ?
EU02 VTJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.