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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 50,166 miles on the clock, averaging 2,026 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 FA05 DXL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 50,166 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,388 |
| Average per year | 2,026 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | FA05 DXL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FA — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About FA05 DXL
What car is FA05 DXL?
FA05 DXL is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of FA05 DXL?
The last recorded mileage for FA05 DXL was 50,166 miles, recorded on 8 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FA05 DXL passed its MOT?
FA05 DXL has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 8 May 2026.
Is FA05 DXL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FA05 DXL 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 FA05 DXL?
FA05 DXL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.