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AJ55 CAX

2005 Ford Fiesta

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

146,551 mi
Last recorded146,551 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2022
Typical for 2005 Ford Fiesta63,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 CAX
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2022 146,551 miles

front bumper incomplete

Fail 20 Jan 2022 146,432 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

front bumper incomplete

Pass 26 Jan 2021 139,610 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2021 139,610 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 139,610 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear axle beam bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

both front fog lights loose and have water inside

front bumper loose but not likely to become detached

nearside front side repeater lens missing but still emitting an amber light

Pass 21 Nov 2019 131,906 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2019 131,887 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 126,962 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded Both Front and Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Nov 2018 126,922 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded Both Front and Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 121,893 miles

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

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

eml stays illuminated

Pass 28 Oct 2016 112,601 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 92,167 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2014 87,938 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 85,119 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 81,085 miles

coolant leak

n/s/f tyre 1.6mm (legal limit)

o/s/f tyre 2.5mm

Pass 11 Nov 2011 69,208 miles

n/s/r tyre 1.6mm and out of shape (recommend replacement)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 56,714 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 41,676 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 25,601 miles

o/s/r tyre has damage on outer sidewall

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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AJ55 CAX is a 2005 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 AJ55 CAX, 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.

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What year was AJ55 CAX registered?

AJ55 CAX is a 2005 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 10 November 2005.

Is AJ55 CAX safe to buy?

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