Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2006 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1242cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 98,919 miles on the clock, averaging 10,576 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 HW56 ETL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 98,919 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 22,792 |
| Average per year | 10,576 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | HW56 ETL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Purple |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HW — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About HW56 ETL
What car is HW56 ETL?
HW56 ETL is an purple Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2006.
What is the mileage of HW56 ETL?
The last recorded mileage for HW56 ETL was 98,919 miles, recorded on 20 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HW56 ETL passed its MOT?
HW56 ETL has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 20 Apr 2018.
Is HW56 ETL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HW56 ETL 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 HW56 ETL?
HW56 ETL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.