Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2005 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 73,182 miles on the clock, averaging 3,952 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for SL05 VZS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 73,182 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,681 |
| Average per year | 3,952 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | SL05 VZS |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SL05 VZS
What car is SL05 VZS?
SL05 VZS is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SL05 VZS?
The last recorded mileage for SL05 VZS was 73,182 miles, recorded on 21 Feb 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL05 VZS passed its MOT?
SL05 VZS has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 21 Feb 2024.
Is SL05 VZS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL05 VZS 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 SL05 VZS?
SL05 VZS is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.