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At a glance
This 2002 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 98,815 miles on the clock, averaging 6,949 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for MT51 BXW
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 98,815 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,312 |
| Average per year | 6,949 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | MT51 BXW |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About MT51 BXW
What car is MT51 BXW?
MT51 BXW is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of MT51 BXW?
The last recorded mileage for MT51 BXW was 98,815 miles, recorded on 9 Nov 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT51 BXW passed its MOT?
MT51 BXW has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Nov 2012.
Is MT51 BXW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT51 BXW 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 MT51 BXW?
MT51 BXW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.