Vehicle summary
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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 55,787 miles on the clock, averaging 4,757 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 EX56 MXL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 55,787 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,757 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | EX56 MXL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About EX56 MXL
What car is EX56 MXL?
EX56 MXL is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2006.
What is the mileage of EX56 MXL?
The last recorded mileage for EX56 MXL was 55,787 miles, recorded on 20 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX56 MXL passed its MOT?
EX56 MXL has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 20 Oct 2018.
Is EX56 MXL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX56 MXL 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 EX56 MXL?
EX56 MXL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.