Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 83,867 miles on the clock, averaging 5,067 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 VLA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 83,867 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,067 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 VLA |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 VLA
What car is SM05 VLA?
SM05 VLA is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SM05 VLA?
The last recorded mileage for SM05 VLA was 83,867 miles, recorded on 5 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM05 VLA passed its MOT?
SM05 VLA has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 5 Nov 2020.
Is SM05 VLA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM05 VLA 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 VLA?
SM05 VLA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.