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DU56 DHC

2006 Ford Fiesta

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

104,769 mi
Last recorded104,769 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2019
Typical for 2006 Ford Fiesta63,743 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU56 DHC
MakeFord
ModelFiesta
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2019 104,769 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

headlamps deteriorated

Fail 31 Jul 2019 104,769 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

headlamps deteriorated

Pass 15 Aug 2018 100,269 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

both front brake discs very rusty

Fail 15 Aug 2018 100,269 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

both front brake discs very rusty

Pass 21 Jul 2017 96,040 miles

Offside Rear tyre worn close to legal limit and perrishing

Pass 11 Aug 2016 92,660 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 11 Aug 2016 92,660 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak ()

Pass 31 Jul 2015 88,425 miles

offside rear tyre wearing down low

Pass 2 Aug 2014 84,997 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 71,665 miles

High level brake light not working

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2012 58,088 miles

both front seat recliner handles broken

high level brakelight not working

wipers worn

Pass 3 Aug 2011 44,803 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 34,429 miles

o/s/f tyre worn inner and outer tread

o/s/r tyre splitting

Fail 31 Aug 2010 34,429 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

o/s/f tyre worn inner and outer tread

o/s/r tyre splitting

Pass 5 Sep 2009 23,380 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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DU56 DHC is a 2006 Ford Fiesta in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 DU56 DHC, 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.

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DU56 DHC is a 2006 Ford Fiesta, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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