Vehicle summary
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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 7 (75% pass rate). It has 74,962 miles on the clock, averaging 2,507 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 FX02 VSM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 74,962 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,349 |
| Average per year | 2,507 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 | FX02 VSM |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FX — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About FX02 VSM
What car is FX02 VSM?
FX02 VSM is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2002.
What is the mileage of FX02 VSM?
The last recorded mileage for FX02 VSM was 74,962 miles, recorded on 31 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FX02 VSM passed its MOT?
FX02 VSM has had 28 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (21 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 31 Mar 2026.
Is FX02 VSM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FX02 VSM 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 FX02 VSM?
FX02 VSM is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.