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At a glance
This 2005 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 111,093 miles on the clock, averaging 7,080 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for BJ55 XLC
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 111,093 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 50 |
| Average per year | 7,080 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Fiesta
These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Fiesta models (2002–2008), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
1. Coolant thermostat housing (plastic outlet on cylinder head)
Plastic housing cracks or warps, O-ring seal fails, releasing fragments into cooling system.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BJ55 XLC |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BJ — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About BJ55 XLC
What car is BJ55 XLC?
BJ55 XLC is a red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BJ55 XLC?
The last recorded mileage for BJ55 XLC was 111,093 miles, recorded on 2 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BJ55 XLC passed its MOT?
BJ55 XLC has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 2 Nov 2020.
Is BJ55 XLC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BJ55 XLC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BJ55 XLC?
BJ55 XLC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.