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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 9 (67% pass rate). It has 105,968 miles on the clock, averaging 4,952 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 YL05 XEG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 105,968 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 4,952 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 27 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 | YL05 XEG |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About YL05 XEG
What car is YL05 XEG?
YL05 XEG is a silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2005.
What is the mileage of YL05 XEG?
The last recorded mileage for YL05 XEG was 105,968 miles, recorded on 30 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL05 XEG passed its MOT?
YL05 XEG has had 27 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (18 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 30 Jul 2025.
Is YL05 XEG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL05 XEG 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 YL05 XEG?
YL05 XEG is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.