Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 75,479 miles on the clock, averaging 2,992 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 GP05 ELJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 75,479 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,313 |
| Average per year | 2,992 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | GP05 ELJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GP — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About GP05 ELJ
What car is GP05 ELJ?
GP05 ELJ is a black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GP05 ELJ?
The last recorded mileage for GP05 ELJ was 75,479 miles, recorded on 12 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP05 ELJ passed its MOT?
GP05 ELJ has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Sep 2025.
Is GP05 ELJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP05 ELJ 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 GP05 ELJ?
GP05 ELJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.