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At a glance
This 2002 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 4 (56% pass rate). It has 75,358 miles on the clock, averaging 7,386 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 MX52 VDL
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 75,358 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,570 |
| Average per year | 7,386 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 | MX52 VDL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MX — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About MX52 VDL
What car is MX52 VDL?
MX52 VDL is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of MX52 VDL?
The last recorded mileage for MX52 VDL was 75,358 miles, recorded on 4 Jul 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MX52 VDL passed its MOT?
MX52 VDL has had 9 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (5 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 4 Jul 2012.
Is MX52 VDL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MX52 VDL 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 MX52 VDL?
MX52 VDL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.