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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 9 (59% pass rate). It has 78,842 miles on the clock, averaging 4,084 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 SM56 DHC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 78,842 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 24 |
| Average per year | 4,084 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | SM56 DHC |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Purple |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1242cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SM56 DHC
What car is SM56 DHC?
SM56 DHC is an purple Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SM56 DHC?
The last recorded mileage for SM56 DHC was 78,842 miles, recorded on 25 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM56 DHC passed its MOT?
SM56 DHC has had 22 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (13 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 25 Jan 2023.
Is SM56 DHC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM56 DHC 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 SM56 DHC?
SM56 DHC is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.