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At a glance
This 2005 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 89,592 miles on the clock, averaging 6,194 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 MT55 VBE
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 89,592 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,194 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | MT55 VBE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About MT55 VBE
What car is MT55 VBE?
MT55 VBE is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MT55 VBE?
The last recorded mileage for MT55 VBE was 89,592 miles, recorded on 30 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT55 VBE passed its MOT?
MT55 VBE has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Nov 2020.
Is MT55 VBE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT55 VBE 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 MT55 VBE?
MT55 VBE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.