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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 144,825 miles on the clock, averaging 8,499 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for GU56 FXL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 144,825 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,089 |
| Average per year | 8,499 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | GU56 FXL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About GU56 FXL
What car is GU56 FXL?
GU56 FXL is a blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GU56 FXL?
The last recorded mileage for GU56 FXL was 144,825 miles, recorded on 19 Aug 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU56 FXL passed its MOT?
GU56 FXL has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 19 Aug 2019.
Is GU56 FXL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU56 FXL 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 GU56 FXL?
GU56 FXL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.