Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 128,276 miles on the clock, averaging 10,412 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 SO04 SBO
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 128,276 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 106 |
| Average per year | 10,412 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | SO04 SBO |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About SO04 SBO
What car is SO04 SBO?
SO04 SBO is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SO04 SBO?
The last recorded mileage for SO04 SBO was 128,276 miles, recorded on 1 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO04 SBO passed its MOT?
SO04 SBO has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 1 Mar 2018.
Is SO04 SBO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO04 SBO 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 SO04 SBO?
SO04 SBO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.