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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 71,857 miles on the clock, averaging 7,317 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 SO16 EJA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 71,857 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,759 |
| Average per year | 7,317 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | SO16 EJA |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2016 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 16 — March 2016 to August 2016 |
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About SO16 EJA
What car is SO16 EJA?
SO16 EJA is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2016.
What is the mileage of SO16 EJA?
The last recorded mileage for SO16 EJA was 71,857 miles, recorded on 22 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO16 EJA passed its MOT?
SO16 EJA has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 22 Jun 2026.
Is SO16 EJA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO16 EJA 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 SO16 EJA?
SO16 EJA is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 16 means registered between 1 March 2016 and 31 August 2016.