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AV05 FKU

2005 Ford Fiesta

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

70,093 mi
Last recorded70,093 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Ford Fiesta63,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 FKU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2023 70,093 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle beam (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle beam (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 65,126 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust shield insecure

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Sep 2022 65,126 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned Vehicle damage (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp insecure Top Brackets broken (4.1.1 (c))

Coolant leak ()

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust shield insecure

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 54,596 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Aug 2021 54,596 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 28 Jul 2020 49,020 miles

slight damage to n/s/f inner arch

Fail 28 Jul 2020 49,020 miles

Front All direction indicators incorrect colour both sides (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

slight damage to n/s/f inner arch

Pass 2 Aug 2019 47,532 miles

Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

front suspension corroded

rear tyres 50% worn

Pass 3 Oct 2016 47,409 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 38,217 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 37,267 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 6 Jun 2013 35,404 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 35,404 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 9 May 2012 32,936 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 30,132 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 27,494 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 27,492 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 24,109 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 19,878 miles

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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AV05 FKU is a 2005 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 AV05 FKU, 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 AV05 FKU registered?

AV05 FKU is a 2005 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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