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EJ05 VTA

2005 Ford Fiesta

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

103,634 mi
Last recorded103,634 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Fiesta63,852 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ05 VTA
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 103,634 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2025 103,524 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated AND NOISY (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure ALL THE WAY ROUND THE TYRE AND WORN ASWELL (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 3 Aug 2024 98,116 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2023 93,530 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 88,830 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

exhaust heat shield loose at rear silencer

Fail 30 Jul 2022 88,830 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

exhaust heat shield loose at rear silencer

Pass 6 Aug 2021 85,039 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2020 79,218 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 72,331 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 67,584 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front tyre under inflated

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

coolant leak

Pass 14 Dec 2017 64,283 miles

Offside Front (wiper blade split,recommend replacement)

Fail 13 Dec 2017 64,280 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

(both rear tyres perished)

Nearside Rear (tyre has nail in, punctured)

Offside Front (wiper blade split,recommend replacement)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 59,122 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside DRIVESHAFT SEAL LEAKING OIL

Offside Rear TYRE AGED AND CRACKED

Pass 18 Dec 2015 52,315 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 50,409 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 44,965 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 40,675 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2012 36,134 miles

wheel trims fitted

Pass 20 May 2011 30,931 miles

hubcapps fitted

Pass 25 May 2010 26,293 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 21,700 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 May 2009 21,700 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 16,123 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 VTA is a 2005 Ford Fiesta in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 VTA, 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 VTA registered?

EJ05 VTA is a 2005 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is EJ05 VTA safe to buy?

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