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BN56 BAU

2006 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Red Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 4 (82% pass rate). It has 35,670 miles on the clock, averaging 1,472 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 BN56 BAU

MOT Status
Due date passed
35,670
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2009
82%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 4 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
1,472

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading35,670 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year1,472
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BN56 BAU 12k18k24k30k36k '09'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage35,670 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage35,668 miles
Since last MOT+1,470 miles
PASS
Mileage34,198 miles
Since last MOT+491 miles
PASS
Mileage33,707 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage33,707 miles
Since last MOT+1,053 miles
PASS
Mileage32,654 miles
Since last MOT+3,380 miles
PASS
Mileage29,274 miles
Since last MOT+1,055 miles
PASS
Mileage28,219 miles
Since last MOT+656 miles
PASS
Mileage27,563 miles
Since last MOT+905 miles
PASS
Mileage26,658 miles
Since last MOT+1,020 miles
PASS
Mileage25,638 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage25,638 miles
Since last MOT+1,122 miles
PASS
Mileage24,516 miles
Since last MOT+1,140 miles
PASS
Mileage23,376 miles
Since last MOT+1,188 miles
PASS
Mileage22,188 miles
Since last MOT+1,206 miles
PASS
Mileage20,982 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage20,982 miles
Since last MOT+1,084 miles
PASS
Mileage19,898 miles
Since last MOT+1,526 miles
PASS
Mileage18,372 miles
Since last MOT+673 miles
PASS
Mileage17,699 miles
Since last MOT+2,309 miles
PASS
Mileage15,390 miles
Since last MOT+3,401 miles
PASS
Mileage11,989 miles

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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

RegistrationBN56 BAU
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeBN — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About BN56 BAU

What car is BN56 BAU?

BN56 BAU is a red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.

What is the mileage of BN56 BAU?

The last recorded mileage for BN56 BAU was 35,670 miles, recorded on 27 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BN56 BAU passed its MOT?

BN56 BAU has had 22 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (18 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 Aug 2025.

Is BN56 BAU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN56 BAU 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 BN56 BAU?

BN56 BAU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.