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 2021 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1496cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 3 (50% pass rate). It has 44,670 miles on the clock, averaging 9,462 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Ford Fiesta issues include front wheel bearings and steering column.
MOT & Mileage History for NL21 YXZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 44,670 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 9,462 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Fiesta
These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Fiesta models (2017–2023), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Front wheel bearings
Insufficient sealant on driveshaft splines allows water ingress, causing bearings to crack and fail prematurely.[1] · Typical repair: £150-£300 per side (bearing + labour at indie garage, estimated).
Steering column (universal intermediate shaft bushings)
Poor-quality bushings in the sealed steering column wear out, causing play and noise.[4] · Typical repair: £400-£700 (full column replacement at indie).
Horn wiring in steering wheel
Faulty wiring chafes, shorting intermittently.[1] · Typical repair: £80-£150 (rewire/insulate at indie, estimated).
Gear selection (5MX65 5-speed manual gearbox linkage)
Worn selector mechanism or cable adjustment fails, preventing 1st/reverse engagement.[1] · Typical repair: £200-£400 (linkage adjust/replace at indie).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NL21 YXZ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1496cc |
| Year | 2021 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 21 — March 2021 to August 2021 |
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About NL21 YXZ
What car is NL21 YXZ?
NL21 YXZ is an grey Ford Fiesta, petrol (1496cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2021.
What is the mileage of NL21 YXZ?
The last recorded mileage for NL21 YXZ was 44,670 miles, recorded on 4 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL21 YXZ passed its MOT?
NL21 YXZ has had 6 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (3 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Mar 2026.
Is NL21 YXZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL21 YXZ is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is NL21 YXZ?
NL21 YXZ is approximately 5 years old. Age identifier 21 means registered between 1 March 2021 and 31 August 2021.