Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2002 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 66,612 miles on the clock, averaging 5,788 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 SM52 SSU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 66,612 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 552 |
| Average per year | 5,788 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | SM52 SSU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About SM52 SSU
What car is SM52 SSU?
SM52 SSU is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.
What is the mileage of SM52 SSU?
The last recorded mileage for SM52 SSU was 66,612 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM52 SSU passed its MOT?
SM52 SSU has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 30 Jan 2015.
Is SM52 SSU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM52 SSU 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 SM52 SSU?
SM52 SSU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.