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AO55 ZDA

2005 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2024
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

162,460 mi
Last recorded162,460 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2023
Typical for 2005 Ford Fiesta63,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 ZDA
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2023 162,460 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

battery light on

Fail 27 Jun 2023 162,456 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

battery light on

Pass 25 May 2022 155,866 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 25 May 2022 155,866 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 27 May 2021 149,222 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 26 May 2021 149,175 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 May 2019 141,713 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 May 2019 141,713 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2018 131,668 miles

Corrosion to all brake pipes ends

Pass 7 Oct 2016 111,611 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2016 111,611 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 100,506 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2014 100,426 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Oct 2013 94,123 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 87,317 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 87,317 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Feb 2011 80,252 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2011 80,252 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Jan 2010 70,857 miles

Both front tyres wearing low on outer edges

Center brake light not working

Pass 22 Dec 2008 59,042 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 58,544 miles

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

n/s sill damaged

o/s door mirror case damaged

small crack in front no plate

yellow dots shown at front wiper blades

Fail 13 Nov 2008 58,544 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

n/s sill damaged

o/s door mirror case damaged

small crack in front no plate

yellow dots shown at front wiper blades

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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AO55 ZDA is a 2005 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AO55 ZDA, 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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AO55 ZDA is a 2005 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 16 November 2005.

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