Yes, SJ05 ACE is taxed. Road tax is currently valid until 1 August 2027 according to DVLA records.

When is the MOT due for SJ05 ACE?

The MOT for SJ05 ACE is valid and due for renewal on or before 2 May 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of SJ05 ACE?

The recorded mileage for SJ05 ACE is 147,718 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is SJ05 ACE ULEZ compliant?

No, SJ05 ACE 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

MOT Valid

Road Tax Paid

2005 Ford Fiesta 2.0L Petrol · SJ05 ACE

SJ05 ACE

2005 Ford Fiesta (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01/09/2005. Recorded mileage 147,718 miles. MOT valid until 02/05/2027. Taxed until 01/08/2027.

Make & Model: FORD FIESTA
Year / Origin: 2005 · Glasgow
MOT Status: Valid until 02/05/2027
Road Tax: Taxed (01/08/2027)
Recorded Mileage: 147,718 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Valid

Valid until 02/05/2027

Tax Status

Taxed

Tax due 01/08/2027

Mileage: 147,718 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 2005
Engine: 1999cc

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SJ05 ACE Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 02/05/2026
147,718 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)

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SJ05 ACE Mileage History

18/04/2023113,949 mi
09/04/2024122,157 mi+8,208 mi
15/04/2024122,170 mi+13 mi
19/04/2025134,434 mi+12,264 mi
02/05/2026147,718 mi+13,284 mi

Average of roughly 11,113 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SJ05 ACE MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 6 Sept 2026, 15:28

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Ford Fiesta (SJ05 ACE) between April 2023 and May 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 02 May 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 (7 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 14 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 Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))”; “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”.

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