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EJ55 FGE

2005 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,482 mi
Last recorded76,482 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Fiesta63,852 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ55 FGE
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 76,482 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 75,462 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 26 Nov 2024 75,448 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 25 Nov 2023 74,477 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 73,508 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 73,317 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 73,240 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2020 73,230 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 72,484 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 71,355 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2018 71,355 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2017 70,397 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 67,081 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2016 67,081 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 61,499 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has nail

Pass 25 Nov 2014 55,416 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 49,180 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2013 49,180 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2012 43,669 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

centre high stop light not opperating

Pass 22 Nov 2011 38,302 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

osf wiper blade split

Pass 22 Nov 2010 32,137 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 25,771 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 17,890 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2008 17,890 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

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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EJ55 FGE is a 2005 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EJ55 FGE, 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 EJ55 FGE registered?

EJ55 FGE is a 2005 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 23 November 2005.

Is EJ55 FGE safe to buy?

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