Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 143,531 miles on the clock, averaging 7,293 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 SM05 VKE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 143,531 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,255 |
| Average per year | 7,293 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | SM05 VKE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SM05 VKE
What car is SM05 VKE?
SM05 VKE is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SM05 VKE?
The last recorded mileage for SM05 VKE was 143,531 miles, recorded on 22 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM05 VKE passed its MOT?
SM05 VKE has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 22 Sep 2021.
Is SM05 VKE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM05 VKE 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 SM05 VKE?
SM05 VKE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.