Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 109,883 miles on the clock, averaging 7,419 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for RL05 VAU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 109,883 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,419 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | RL05 VAU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RL — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RL05 VAU
What car is RL05 VAU?
RL05 VAU is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RL05 VAU?
The last recorded mileage for RL05 VAU was 109,883 miles, recorded on 4 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RL05 VAU passed its MOT?
RL05 VAU has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Oct 2019.
Is RL05 VAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL05 VAU 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 RL05 VAU?
RL05 VAU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.