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 10 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 14,315 miles on the clock, averaging 858 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 SO55 LWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 14,315 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 295 |
| Average per year | 858 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | SO55 LWU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About SO55 LWU
What car is SO55 LWU?
SO55 LWU is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SO55 LWU?
The last recorded mileage for SO55 LWU was 14,315 miles, recorded on 17 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO55 LWU passed its MOT?
SO55 LWU has had 10 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (10 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 17 Oct 2017.
Is SO55 LWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO55 LWU 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 SO55 LWU?
SO55 LWU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.