Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2002 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 41,647 miles on the clock, averaging 5,179 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 SO02 VFJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 41,647 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,777 |
| Average per year | 5,179 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 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 | SO02 VFJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About SO02 VFJ
What car is SO02 VFJ?
SO02 VFJ is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2002.
What is the mileage of SO02 VFJ?
The last recorded mileage for SO02 VFJ was 41,647 miles, recorded on 10 Aug 2009 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO02 VFJ passed its MOT?
SO02 VFJ has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last was tested on 10 Aug 2009.
Is SO02 VFJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO02 VFJ 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 SO02 VFJ?
SO02 VFJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.