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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 5 (50% pass rate). It has 130,174 miles on the clock, averaging 11,663 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 OV56 VAO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 130,174 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 11,663 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | OV56 VAO |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About OV56 VAO
What car is OV56 VAO?
OV56 VAO is an blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Oxford in 2006.
What is the mileage of OV56 VAO?
The last recorded mileage for OV56 VAO was 130,174 miles, recorded on 18 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV56 VAO passed its MOT?
OV56 VAO has had 10 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (5 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 18 Feb 2016.
Is OV56 VAO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV56 VAO 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 OV56 VAO?
OV56 VAO is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.