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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 89,607 miles on the clock, averaging 4,356 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 YL51 NWJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 89,607 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,502 |
| Average per year | 4,356 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | YL51 NWJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About YL51 NWJ
What car is YL51 NWJ?
YL51 NWJ is a red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2002.
What is the mileage of YL51 NWJ?
The last recorded mileage for YL51 NWJ was 89,607 miles, recorded on 11 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL51 NWJ passed its MOT?
YL51 NWJ has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 11 Jan 2021.
Is YL51 NWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL51 NWJ 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 YL51 NWJ?
YL51 NWJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.