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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 160,449 miles on the clock, averaging 9,548 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 SM56 FGJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 160,449 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,680 |
| Average per year | 9,548 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 FGJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 FGJ
What car is SM56 FGJ?
SM56 FGJ is an red Ford Fiesta, petrol (1242cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SM56 FGJ?
The last recorded mileage for SM56 FGJ was 160,449 miles, recorded on 13 Dec 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM56 FGJ passed its MOT?
SM56 FGJ has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 13 Dec 2022.
Is SM56 FGJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM56 FGJ 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 FGJ?
SM56 FGJ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.