Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 96,277 miles on the clock, averaging 10,366 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 SM05 VLG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 96,277 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15,960 |
| Average per year | 10,366 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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 VLG |
| 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 VLG
What car is SM05 VLG?
SM05 VLG is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SM05 VLG?
The last recorded mileage for SM05 VLG was 96,277 miles, recorded on 15 Aug 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM05 VLG passed its MOT?
SM05 VLG has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 Aug 2015.
Is SM05 VLG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM05 VLG 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 VLG?
SM05 VLG is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.