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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 129,413 miles on the clock, averaging 9,057 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for GU56 HLA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 129,413 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,057 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 HLA |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 HLA
What car is GU56 HLA?
GU56 HLA is a red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GU56 HLA?
The last recorded mileage for GU56 HLA was 129,413 miles, recorded on 6 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU56 HLA passed its MOT?
GU56 HLA has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Aug 2018.
Is GU56 HLA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU56 HLA 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 HLA?
GU56 HLA is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.