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 140,425 miles on the clock, averaging 7,894 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 VMR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 140,425 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,894 |
| 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 | RL05 VMR |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 VMR
What car is RL05 VMR?
RL05 VMR is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RL05 VMR?
The last recorded mileage for RL05 VMR was 140,425 miles, recorded on 26 Feb 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RL05 VMR passed its MOT?
RL05 VMR has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 26 Feb 2025.
Is RL05 VMR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL05 VMR 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 VMR?
RL05 VMR is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.