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DG55 GVW

2006 Ford Fiesta

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

67,133 mi
Last recorded67,133 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Ford Fiesta63,743 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG55 GVW
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 67,133 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Aug 2024 63,990 miles

Front Nearside and Offside suspension and its attachment have its surface corroded Wheel hubs, steering inner and outer ends, shock absorbers outer casing

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Nearside and Offside axle and its attachment have its surface corroded

Fail 23 Aug 2024 63,987 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Nearside and Offside suspension and its attachment have its surface corroded Wheel hubs, steering inner and outer ends, shock absorbers outer casing

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Nearside and Offside axle and its attachment have its surface corroded

Pass 19 Aug 2023 61,249 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 55,255 miles

Advise stone chip in centre of windscreen swept area

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 29 Jul 2021 49,329 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 45,520 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective split (3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Aug 2019 41,160 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 31,634 miles

CHIPS IN WINDSCREEN

Pass 10 Jan 2017 29,297 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 Jan 2016 28,689 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 27,359 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

exhaust rear hangers very corroded

Pass 9 Jan 2014 26,022 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

both rear tyres show perishing / slight cracking in treads

Pass 3 Jan 2013 24,224 miles

both rear tyres show perishing / slight cracking in treads

Pass 10 Jan 2012 21,702 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 19,070 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2010 16,991 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2010 16,991 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Jan 2009 14,917 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Fiesta?

Based on 33,753,820 MOT tests across 2,828,392 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
5,238
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,828,392
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 959,538
Brake pipe excessively corroded 870,463
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 634,942
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 563,353
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 507,195
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DG55 GVW is a 2006 Ford Fiesta in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2006 Ford Fiesta models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 63,743 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Fiesta fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 959,538 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG55 GVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Fiesta typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 20 years old, this Ford Fiesta is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DG55 GVW registered?

DG55 GVW is a 2006 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 12 January 2006.

Is DG55 GVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG55 GVW shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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