Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 173,392 miles on the clock, averaging 11,150 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for EF05 VSX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 173,392 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,311 |
| Average per year | 11,150 |
| 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 | EF05 VSX |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About EF05 VSX
What car is EF05 VSX?
EF05 VSX is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.
What is the mileage of EF05 VSX?
The last recorded mileage for EF05 VSX was 173,392 miles, recorded on 26 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF05 VSX passed its MOT?
EF05 VSX has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 26 Jan 2022.
Is EF05 VSX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF05 VSX 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 EF05 VSX?
EF05 VSX is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.