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FH51 TXJ

2002 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Red Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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.

At a glance

This 2002 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 55,413 miles on the clock, averaging 3,186 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 FH51 TXJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
55,413
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
3,186

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading55,413 miles
Reading date
Miles last year12
Average per year3,186
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FH51 TXJ 23k31k39k47k55k '06'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage55,413 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,401 miles
Since last MOT+1,703 miles
PASS
Mileage53,698 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,683 miles
Since last MOT+2,130 miles
PASS
Mileage51,553 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,550 miles
Since last MOT+2,148 miles
PASS
Mileage49,402 miles
Since last MOT+2,057 miles
PASS
Mileage47,345 miles
Since last MOT+2,086 miles
PASS
Mileage45,259 miles
Since last MOT+26 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,233 miles
Since last MOT+2,061 miles
PASS
Mileage43,172 miles
Since last MOT+3,418 miles
PASS
Mileage39,754 miles
Since last MOT+2,609 miles
PASS
Mileage37,145 miles
Since last MOT+6,879 miles
PASS
Mileage30,266 miles
Since last MOT+7,204 miles
PASS
Mileage23,062 miles

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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

RegistrationFH51 TXJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About FH51 TXJ

What car is FH51 TXJ?

FH51 TXJ is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of FH51 TXJ?

The last recorded mileage for FH51 TXJ was 55,413 miles, recorded on 7 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FH51 TXJ passed its MOT?

FH51 TXJ has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 Mar 2016.

Is FH51 TXJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH51 TXJ 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 FH51 TXJ?

FH51 TXJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.