The road tax status for NL55 VME is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for NL55 VME?

The MOT for NL55 VME is valid and due for renewal on or before 20 August 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of NL55 VME?

The recorded mileage for NL55 VME is 73,970 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is NL55 VME ULEZ compliant?

No, NL55 VME does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2005 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · NL55 VME

NL55 VME

2005 Ford Fiesta (1.2L, petrol). First registered 05/09/2005. Recorded mileage 73,970 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: FORD FIESTA
Year / Origin: 2005 · Newcastle
MOT Status: Valid until 20/08/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 73,970 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 20/08/2026

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Mileage: 73,970 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2005
Engine: 1242cc

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NL55 VME Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 12/08/2025
73,970 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
16 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (25 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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NL55 VME Mileage History

22/08/202348,906 mi
14/08/202460,153 mi+11,247 mi
14/08/202460,153 mi
12/08/202573,970 mi+13,817 mi
12/08/202573,970 mi

Average of roughly 12,694 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

NL55 VME MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Sept 2026, 14:45

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Ford Fiesta (NL55 VME) between August 2023 and August 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 12 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (25 issues), Suspension (23 issues), Lighting (10 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 61 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 Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))”.

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