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At a glance
This 2005 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 67,552 miles on the clock, averaging 6,743 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 RY55 VHP
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 67,552 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,617 |
| Average per year | 6,743 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | RY55 VHP |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RY — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About RY55 VHP
What car is RY55 VHP?
RY55 VHP is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RY55 VHP?
The last recorded mileage for RY55 VHP was 67,552 miles, recorded on 18 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RY55 VHP passed its MOT?
RY55 VHP has had 8 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (8 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 18 Jul 2016.
Is RY55 VHP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY55 VHP 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 RY55 VHP?
RY55 VHP is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.