Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2002 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 71,285 miles on the clock, averaging 4,700 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 ML52 VFT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 71,285 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,791 |
| Average per year | 4,700 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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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 | ML52 VFT |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About ML52 VFT
What car is ML52 VFT?
ML52 VFT is an green Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of ML52 VFT?
The last recorded mileage for ML52 VFT was 71,285 miles, recorded on 17 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML52 VFT passed its MOT?
ML52 VFT has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 17 Oct 2018.
Is ML52 VFT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML52 VFT 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 ML52 VFT?
ML52 VFT is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.