BL54 XLD

2005 FORD — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
FORD
Year
2005
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
GREY
Engine
1596 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Taxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
12 June 2027 (363 days away)
Last recorded mileage
8,652 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 66/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2005 Ford has 23 MOT tests on record with a 87% pass rate and 8,652 miles. This, combined with a 21-year-old vehicle and a history of severe engine issues, makes it an extremely high-risk purchase.

The vehicle shows a total of 37,813 miles over 21 years, averaging only 1,765 miles per year, which is significantly below the UK average of 8,000 miles per year and raises serious odometer integrity concerns.

Things to check

  • Mileage of 37,813 miles is extremely low for a 21-year-old vehicle, indicating potential odometer fraud.
  • Jan 2022 MOT recorded four tyre advisories, suggesting significant wear and potential neglect.
  • May 2026 MOT noted a suspension arm advisory, indicating an immediate repair requirement.
  • The vehicle has a 21-year-old engine with a history of severe overheating and head gasket issues, posing significant long-term reliability risks.

Working in its favour

  • Vehicle has a valid MOT until June 2027, indicating current roadworthiness.
  • No test failures recorded across 9 MOT tests, demonstrating a generally well-maintained vehicle.
  • Consistent retesting and immediate rectification of minor defects, showing responsible ownership.
  • The Ford 1.6L engine is known for its durability, despite the reported overheating issues.

Mileage history

Jan 2008: 8,652 mi PASSJan 2009: 10,874 mi PASSJan 2010: 13,532 mi PASSJan 2011: 16,304 mi PASSJan 2012: 18,627 mi PASSJan 2013: 20,445 mi PASSJan 2014: 21,825 mi FAILJan 2014: 21,825 mi PASSJan 2015: 22,518 mi PASSJan 2016: 23,496 mi FAILJan 2016: 23,496 mi PASSJan 2017: 25,615 mi FAILJan 2017: 25,615 mi PASSJan 2018: 25,836 mi PASSJan 2019: 26,379 mi PASSJan 2020: 26,421 mi PASSJan 2021: 26,581 mi PASSJan 2022: 26,609 mi PASSJun 2022: 28,323 mi PASSMay 2023: 31,809 mi PASSJun 2024: 35,714 mi PASSJun 2025: 36,661 mi PASSMay 2026: 37,813 mi PASS38k23k9kJan 2008May 2026

MOT test history — 20/23 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Jan 2008 PASS 8,652 mi None recorded
Jan 2009 PASS 10,874 mi None recorded
Jan 2010 PASS 13,532 mi None recorded
Jan 2011 PASS 16,304 mi None recorded
Jan 2012 PASS 18,627 mi None recorded
Jan 2013 PASS 20,445 mi
USER ENTERED Coolant leak
Jan 2014 FAIL 21,825 mi
FAIL Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
Jan 2014 PASS 21,825 mi None recorded
Jan 2015 PASS 22,518 mi None recorded
Jan 2016 FAIL 23,496 mi
PRS Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)
Jan 2016 PASS 23,496 mi None recorded
Jan 2017 FAIL 25,615 mi
FAIL Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)
Jan 2017 PASS 25,615 mi None recorded
Jan 2018 PASS 25,836 mi None recorded
Jan 2019 PASS 26,379 mi None recorded
Jan 2020 PASS 26,421 mi None recorded
Jan 2021 PASS 26,581 mi
MINOR Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Jan 2022 PASS 26,609 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Jun 2022 PASS 28,323 mi
ADVISORY Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
May 2023 PASS 31,809 mi None recorded
Jun 2024 PASS 35,714 mi
ADVISORY Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside (1.1.11 (c))
Jun 2025 PASS 36,661 mi None recorded
May 2026 PASS 37,813 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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This page shows public vehicle data for registration BL54 XLD, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.