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At a glance
This 2002 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 72,991 miles on the clock, averaging 5,714 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 YL51 OTA
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 72,991 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,740 |
| Average per year | 5,714 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 OTA |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 OTA
What car is YL51 OTA?
YL51 OTA is a silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2002.
What is the mileage of YL51 OTA?
The last recorded mileage for YL51 OTA was 72,991 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL51 OTA passed its MOT?
YL51 OTA has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 Feb 2015.
Is YL51 OTA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL51 OTA 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 OTA?
YL51 OTA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.