Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 120,588 miles on the clock, averaging 7,066 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for ML05 TBV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 120,588 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,164 |
| Average per year | 7,066 |
| 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 | ML05 TBV |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About ML05 TBV
What car is ML05 TBV?
ML05 TBV is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of ML05 TBV?
The last recorded mileage for ML05 TBV was 120,588 miles, recorded on 9 Mar 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML05 TBV passed its MOT?
ML05 TBV has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 9 Mar 2022.
Is ML05 TBV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML05 TBV 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 ML05 TBV?
ML05 TBV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.