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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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 78,518 miles on the clock, averaging 2,924 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 SL56 UDE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 78,518 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 659 |
| Average per year | 2,924 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | SL56 UDE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SL56 UDE
What car is SL56 UDE?
SL56 UDE is an silver Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SL56 UDE?
The last recorded mileage for SL56 UDE was 78,518 miles, recorded on 27 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL56 UDE passed its MOT?
SL56 UDE has had 18 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (17 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 27 Nov 2025.
Is SL56 UDE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL56 UDE 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 SL56 UDE?
SL56 UDE is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.