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2005 Ford Fiesta 1.4L Petrol · LA54 AHC

LA54 AHC

2005 Ford Fiesta (1.4L, petrol). First registered 31 Jan 2005. Recorded mileage 79,419 miles. MOT valid until 31 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.

Make & Model
FORD FIESTA
Year / Origin
2005 · Stanmore (North London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 31 Jan 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
Recorded Mileage
79,419 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 31 Jan 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Jan 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2005
Engine
1388cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

This vehicle is in a stable roadworthy condition with a clean maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 24 January 2026 at 79,419 miles passed without any defects or advisories. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes over the last few years, indicating that the car has been kept in a state of immediate compliance with DVSA standards. The mileage is exceptionally low for a 21 year old vehicle, averaging roughly 3,782 miles per year. There was a period of very low usage between January 2023 and January 2024, where the odometer moved only 607 miles from 60,075 to 60,682. Usage increased significantly in the following year, with the vehicle covering 9,694 miles between January 2024 and January 2025. This shift suggests a change in how the car is used, moving from occasional use to a more regular commute. The absence of advisories across multiple years is unusual for a vehicle of this age and suggests a high standard of preventative care. However, the low overall mileage and the period of stagnation increase the risk of perished rubber components. A buyer should physically inspect the suspension bushes, engine mounts, and tyre sidewalls for dry rot or cracking. Attention should also be paid to the braking system. While the records show no failures, cars that stand for long periods often suffer from seized calipers or pitted brake discs. Checking for smooth pedal travel and ensuring there is no binding in the rear brakes is essential to confirm the vehicle has not suffered from long-term inactivity.

LA54 AHC Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 24/01/2026
  • 79,419 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
75
/ 100 · Good
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Good

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently
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LA54 AHC Mileage History

  1. 11/01/202360,075 mi
  2. 11/01/202460,682 mi+607 mi
  3. 28/01/202570,370 mi+9,688 mi
  4. 28/01/202570,376 mi+6 mi
  5. 24/01/202679,419 mi+9,043 mi

Average of roughly 6,371 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

LA54 AHC MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 3 Oct 2026, 01:31
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Ford Fiesta (LA54 AHC) between January 2023 and January 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 24 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (5 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))”.

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