Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 71,534 miles on the clock, averaging 6,134 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 SY05 VSE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 71,534 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,886 |
| Average per year | 6,134 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | SY05 VSE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SY05 VSE
What car is SY05 VSE?
SY05 VSE is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Inverness in 2005.
What is the mileage of SY05 VSE?
The last recorded mileage for SY05 VSE was 71,534 miles, recorded on 5 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY05 VSE passed its MOT?
SY05 VSE has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 5 Apr 2017.
Is SY05 VSE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY05 VSE 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 SY05 VSE?
SY05 VSE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.