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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 2006 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 3 (85% pass rate). It has 48,751 miles on the clock, averaging 2,308 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 AY56 HXM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 48,751 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 2,308 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | AY56 HXM |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Purple |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AY — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AY56 HXM
What car is AY56 HXM?
AY56 HXM is an purple Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2006.
What is the mileage of AY56 HXM?
The last recorded mileage for AY56 HXM was 48,751 miles, recorded on 14 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AY56 HXM passed its MOT?
AY56 HXM has had 20 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (17 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Oct 2025.
Is AY56 HXM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AY56 HXM is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is AY56 HXM?
AY56 HXM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.