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EF55 LLJ

2005 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

75,057 mi
Last recorded75,057 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Ford Fiesta63,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF55 LLJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2020 75,057 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Jan 2020 72,125 miles

Front exhaust flexi joint deteriorated

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

head lamp lenses faded

Fail 6 Jan 2020 72,125 miles

Front exhaust flexi joint deteriorated

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

head lamp lenses faded

Pass 12 Dec 2018 69,240 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 66,289 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs near wear indicators (3.5.1i)

rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 5 Jan 2017 62,998 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 58,382 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 10 Nov 2015 58,380 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 53,812 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

offside rear wheel bearing noisey

Pass 14 Nov 2013 49,552 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2013 49,552 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Fail 14 Nov 2012 44,416 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 44,416 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 41,017 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 8 Dec 2010 37,086 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 33,773 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 27,141 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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EF55 LLJ is a 2005 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 EF55 LLJ, 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 EF55 LLJ registered?

EF55 LLJ is a 2005 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 17 December 2005.

Is EF55 LLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF55 LLJ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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