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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 72,292 miles on the clock, averaging 5,324 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.25 Duratec engine is known for 1. coolant thermostat housing.
MOT & Mileage History for MK56 RXL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 72,292 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,324 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | MK56 RXL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About MK56 RXL
What car is MK56 RXL?
MK56 RXL is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of MK56 RXL?
The last recorded mileage for MK56 RXL was 72,292 miles, recorded on 26 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK56 RXL passed its MOT?
MK56 RXL has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 26 Nov 2020.
Is MK56 RXL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK56 RXL 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 MK56 RXL?
MK56 RXL is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.