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EF55 VYJ

2005 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2023
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

119,785 mi
Last recorded119,785 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2022
Typical for 2005 Ford Fiesta63,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF55 VYJ
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2022 119,785 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil signs of leaking (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Axle bushes have play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Jun 2022 119,784 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective Emergency cap used (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil signs of leaking (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Axle bushes have play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 109,053 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 104,220 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 96,455 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2017 89,456 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 82,702 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 76,677 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 69,674 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 66,098 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2013 62,730 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 59,570 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2010 53,279 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2009 44,800 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2009 44,800 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Dec 2008 30,771 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 VYJ is a 2005 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VYJ, 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 VYJ registered?

EF55 VYJ is a 2005 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 8 December 2005.

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