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EJ05 RKU

2005 Ford Fiesta

Blue Diesel 1399cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

61,476 mi
Last recorded61,476 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Ford Fiesta63,852 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ05 RKU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,399cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2021 61,476 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

n/s and o/s outer sill corroded

Pass 9 Nov 2020 60,148 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2020 60,146 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Oct 2019 59,333 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear and o/s rear slight perishing

Pass 24 Oct 2018 55,412 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 52,699 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 48,364 miles

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

Nearside Rear pearishing side walls

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

Offside Front perishing to sidewalls

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 44,685 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 39,905 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 34,058 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 29,532 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 26,005 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 16 Jul 2010 24,745 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 16 Jul 2010 24,745 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2009 21,537 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 18,017 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 RKU is a 2005 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,399cc diesel 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 EJ05 RKU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EJ05 RKU registered?

EJ05 RKU is a 2005 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 5 July 2005.

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