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 2016 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 5 (58% pass rate). It has 88,607 miles on the clock, averaging 7,470 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for PL16 VSU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 88,607 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,952 |
| Average per year | 7,470 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Fiesta
These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Fiesta models (2008–2019), 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 | PL16 VSU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About PL16 VSU
What car is PL16 VSU?
PL16 VSU is a red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Preston in 2016.
What is the mileage of PL16 VSU?
The last recorded mileage for PL16 VSU was 88,607 miles, recorded on 13 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL16 VSU passed its MOT?
PL16 VSU has had 12 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (7 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 13 Feb 2026.
Is PL16 VSU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL16 VSU 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 PL16 VSU?
PL16 VSU is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.