MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
170,084 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Oil leaking excessively from engine engine oil filter is leaking. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. offside front brake effort is 28% behind nearside front during application - ,approaching limit. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Engine has a second oil leak from the upper engine area onto the catalytic converter heatshield.
Front seats' release mechanisms to allow access to/from rear seats don't work. Attention recommended, passengers could become trapped.
Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced nearside outer sill damaged (6.1.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play on limit (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Offside front suspension top mounting cup is corroded.
Offside windscreen washer jet is weak.
Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Offside front effort is 27% behind nearside. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Damage to nearside sill, vehicle structure is not seriously weakened.
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Front seats folding mechanisms don't work. If rear seats are used, consideration should be given to escape and access in an emergency.
Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit and cracking in inner wall - replacement recommended. (5.2.3 (e))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Temporary fuel cap fitted - maintains pressure on seal.
offside front suspension top mounting bearing cup is corroded
Fuel cap/sealing device missing fuel cap missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Offside front effort is 27% behind nearside. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
Damage to nearside sill, vehicle structure is not seriously weakened.
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Front seats folding mechanisms don't work. If rear seats are used, consideration should be given to escape and access in an emergency.
Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit and cracking in inner wall - replacement recommended. (5.2.3 (e))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
offside front suspension top mounting bearing cup is corroded
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
Oil leak ()
Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()
exhaust system deteriorated
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit heavy cuts to inner wall (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front tyre nailed
Offside Front washer jet poor
Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
eml on
exhaust corroded
no.plates poor
slight damage to sills
Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit heavy cuts to inner wall (4.1.E.1)
Offside Front tyre nailed
Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
eml on
exhaust corroded
no.plates poor
slight damage to sills
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
exhaust corroded
no.plates poor
nsr tyre wearing on edges/low
stone chips in windscreen
Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Oil leak
Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
both aims on upper limits
corrosion on exhaust rear brackets
wear on front tyre edges
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Front windscreen cracked outside swept area
Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
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EG05 FMX is a 2005 Ford Fiesta in Silver with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.
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 EG05 FMX, 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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EG05 FMX is a 2005 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 29 July 2005.
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