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MT56 SHX

2006 Ford Fiesta · Petrol · 1242cc

Black Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine1242cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 98,750 miles on the clock, averaging 4,331 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 MT56 SHX

MOT Status
Due date passed
98,750
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2010
73%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
4,331

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading98,750 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,958
Average per year4,331
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MT56 SHX 29k46k64k81k99k '10'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage98,750 miles
Since last MOT+11,958 miles
PASS
Mileage86,792 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage86,790 miles
Since last MOT+2,087 miles
PASS
Mileage84,703 miles
Since last MOT+9,063 miles
PASS
Mileage75,640 miles
Since last MOT+1,058 miles
PASS
Mileage74,582 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,582 miles
Since last MOT+2,052 miles
PASS
Mileage72,530 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,530 miles
Since last MOT+3,109 miles
PASS
Mileage69,421 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,422 miles
Since last MOT+4,659 miles
PASS
Mileage64,763 miles
Since last MOT+3,272 miles
PASS
Mileage61,491 miles
Since last MOT+2,150 miles
PASS
Mileage59,341 miles
Since last MOT+2,760 miles
PASS
Mileage56,581 miles
Since last MOT+4,038 miles
PASS
Mileage52,543 miles
Since last MOT+4,566 miles
PASS
Mileage47,977 miles
Since last MOT+6,185 miles
PASS
Mileage41,792 miles
Since last MOT+5,498 miles
PASS
Mileage36,294 miles
Since last MOT+3,602 miles
PASS
Mileage32,692 miles
Since last MOT+3,808 miles
PASS
Mileage28,884 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage28,882 miles

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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

RegistrationMT56 SHX
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1242cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeMT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About MT56 SHX

What car is MT56 SHX?

MT56 SHX is an black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.

What is the mileage of MT56 SHX?

The last recorded mileage for MT56 SHX was 98,750 miles, recorded on 8 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MT56 SHX passed its MOT?

MT56 SHX has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 8 Jul 2026.

Is MT56 SHX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT56 SHX 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 MT56 SHX?

MT56 SHX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.