Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2005 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 85,034 miles on the clock, averaging 4,600 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for BL05 UPM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 85,034 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,600 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | BL05 UPM |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About BL05 UPM
What car is BL05 UPM?
BL05 UPM is a black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BL05 UPM?
The last recorded mileage for BL05 UPM was 85,034 miles, recorded on 8 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL05 UPM passed its MOT?
BL05 UPM has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 8 Dec 2021.
Is BL05 UPM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL05 UPM 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 BL05 UPM?
BL05 UPM is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.