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AE05 XEW

2005 Ford Fiesta

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

154,266 mi
Last recorded154,266 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Fiesta63,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 XEW
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2018 154,266 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2017 146,556 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 142,616 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear tyre slight cracking

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

slight engine injector leak noise

Pass 19 Feb 2015 137,106 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 134,991 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 127,072 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust heat shield loose

offside rear tyre slight damage to tread

Fail 14 Aug 2013 127,072 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

exhaust heat shield loose

offside rear tyre slight damage to tread

Pass 20 Nov 2012 126,370 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 126,370 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 25 Oct 2011 119,584 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 109,699 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 90,903 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 73,573 miles

worn edges on n/s front tyre

How Reliable is the Ford Fiesta?

Based on 33,753,820 MOT tests across 2,828,392 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
5,238
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,828,392
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 959,538
Brake pipe excessively corroded 870,463
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 634,942
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 563,353
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 507,195
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AE05 XEW is a 2005 Ford Fiesta in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2005 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 63,852 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Fiesta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 959,538 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE05 XEW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Fiesta typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 21 years old, this Ford Fiesta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AE05 XEW registered?

AE05 XEW is a 2005 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 25 April 2005.

Is AE05 XEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 XEW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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