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EJ05 FKX

2005 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

135,632 mi
Last recorded135,632 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 Ford Fiesta63,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ05 FKX
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Fail 21 Sep 2024 135,632 miles

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

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

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2023 129,565 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 127,677 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2021 127,677 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Feb 2020 126,591 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Mar 2019 122,340 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2019 122,340 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 24 Feb 2018 118,307 miles

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

engine light on

Pass 4 Mar 2017 110,371 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 101,914 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2015 93,165 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 81,947 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2014 81,947 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Mar 2013 71,073 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 59,333 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2012 59,333 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Mar 2011 50,002 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 40,247 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2009 30,907 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 30,907 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 25,493 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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EJ05 FKX is a 2005 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 EJ05 FKX, 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 EJ05 FKX registered?

EJ05 FKX is a 2005 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 30 April 2005.

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