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At a glance
This 2005 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 107,091 miles on the clock, averaging 9,181 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for SJ55 VHW
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 107,091 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,181 |
| 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 | SJ55 VHW |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SJ — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SJ55 VHW
What car is SJ55 VHW?
SJ55 VHW is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2005.
What is the mileage of SJ55 VHW?
The last recorded mileage for SJ55 VHW was 107,091 miles, recorded on 24 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SJ55 VHW passed its MOT?
SJ55 VHW has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 24 Apr 2018.
Is SJ55 VHW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SJ55 VHW 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 SJ55 VHW?
SJ55 VHW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.