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 2002 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 72,962 miles on the clock, averaging 4,324 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 SL02 VBM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 72,962 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,324 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | SL02 VBM |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About SL02 VBM
What car is SL02 VBM?
SL02 VBM is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.
What is the mileage of SL02 VBM?
The last recorded mileage for SL02 VBM was 72,962 miles, recorded on 13 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL02 VBM passed its MOT?
SL02 VBM has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 13 Mar 2018.
Is SL02 VBM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL02 VBM 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 SL02 VBM?
SL02 VBM is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.