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At a glance
This 2022 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1496cc has had 3 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing once (67% pass rate). It has 25,862 miles on the clock, averaging 6,709 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Ford Fiesta issues include front wheel bearings and steering column.
MOT & Mileage History for EJ72 AVE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 25,862 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,577 |
| Average per year | 6,709 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Fiesta
These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Fiesta models (2017–2023), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Front wheel bearings
Insufficient sealant on driveshaft splines allows water ingress, causing bearings to crack and fail prematurely.[1] · Typical repair: £150-£300 per side (bearing + labour at indie garage, estimated).
Steering column (universal intermediate shaft bushings)
Poor-quality bushings in the sealed steering column wear out, causing play and noise.[4] · Typical repair: £400-£700 (full column replacement at indie).
Horn wiring in steering wheel
Faulty wiring chafes, shorting intermittently.[1] · Typical repair: £80-£150 (rewire/insulate at indie, estimated).
Gear selection (5MX65 5-speed manual gearbox linkage)
Worn selector mechanism or cable adjustment fails, preventing 1st/reverse engagement.[1] · Typical repair: £200-£400 (linkage adjust/replace at indie).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EJ72 AVE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1496cc |
| Year | 2022 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EJ — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 72 — September 2022 to February 2023 |
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About EJ72 AVE
What car is EJ72 AVE?
EJ72 AVE is an grey Ford Fiesta, petrol (1496cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2022.
What is the mileage of EJ72 AVE?
The last recorded mileage for EJ72 AVE was 25,862 miles, recorded on 22 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EJ72 AVE passed its MOT?
EJ72 AVE has had 3 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (2 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 22 May 2026.
Is EJ72 AVE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EJ72 AVE is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is EJ72 AVE?
EJ72 AVE is approximately 4 years old. Age identifier 72 means registered between 1 September 2022 and 28 February 2023.