2006 Ford Fiesta 1.2L Petrol · WL55 HJJ
2006 Ford Fiesta (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Jan 2006. Recorded mileage 74,732 miles. MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD FIESTA
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Truro
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 74,732 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WL55 HJJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/11/2025
- 74,732 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)
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WL55 HJJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Ford Fiesta (WL55 HJJ) between February 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (8 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Suspension (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))”; “Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))”.
WL55 HJJ Mileage History
- 01/02/202352,716 mi
- 10/01/202460,416 mi+7,700 mi
- 26/01/202460,563 mi+147 mi
- 20/12/202467,434 mi+6,871 mi
- 27/11/202574,732 mi+7,298 mi
Average of roughly 7,808 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Ford Ford Fiesta Mk6 (BE256)
Our database tracks 6 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Our Verdict
Proceed with caution. While the mileage
Your primary focus should be the braking system. The November 2025 MOT flagged corrosion on both rear brake pipes and hoses; you must confirm whether these have been replaced or merely treated. Negotiate the purchase price to account for the replacement of these components and the three tyres flagged as worn close to the legal limit in the most recent test.
Request a full service history to see if the brake issues and suspension wear (noted in early 2024) were addressed with genuine parts. Given the vehicle's age, ensure that the corrosion is limited to the brake lines and has not spread to the structural chassis or sills.
The 1242cc petrol engine is designed for efficiency and low-cost motoring, typically falling into a modest insurance group. However, because this is a 20-year-old vehicle, maintenance costs are likely to be higher than average as components reach the end of their natural lifespan.
Annual costs will be driven by the need for preventative maintenance to avoid the recurring corrosion and wear issues seen in the MOT history. Expect to budget for regular tyre replacements and brake system upkeep to maintain roadworthiness.
Conduct a thorough underside inspection. Specifically, look for the corrosion on the rear brake pipes and hoses mentioned in the 2024 and 2025 MOT records. Check for any signs of grease or sealant used to cover corrosion, as this was specifically noted in the MOT data.
Inspect the tread depth of the nearside front, nearside rear, and offside front tyres, all of which were flagged as worn in November 2025. Finally, check the rear axle bushes for excessive play, as these were a point of failure in January 2024.
This purple 2006 Ford Fiesta has recorded 74,732 miles, which is below the model average. The MOT history shows a pattern of corrosion affecting brake pipes and hoses across multiple years, alongside a failure in January 2024 for brake efficiency and imbalance. While it has passed its most recent tests, the volume of advisories suggests a vehicle that requires significant attention to its running gear.
The Ford Fiesta is generally reliable with an average MOT pass rate of 77.7%, though common failure points include headlamps, exhausts, and coil springs.
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- Leaking Injector Seals (1.4 TDCI)Moderate
The copper base washers on the Delphi common-rail injectors degrade under heat and cylinder combustion pressure, allowing high-pressure exhaust gases and unburnt diesel to blow past. This creates a hard, black carbon residue known as 'black death' around the injector wells in the cylinder head, accompanied by a rhythmic chuffing noise and pungent diesel exhaust fumes in the cabin. If neglected, the carbon glues the injectors solidly into the head, requiring specialist hydraulic extraction pullers or cylinder head removal.
- EAC Fail (Electronic Accelerator Control)Moderate
The electronic drive-by-wire accelerator system triggers an 'EAC Fail' warning message on the instrument cluster LCD, immediately sending the engine into limp-home mode with revs restricted to around 2,000 rpm. The primary cause is terminal fretting or moisture corrosion on the pins of the multi-pin connector at the throttle body or intermediate engine wiring harness, though worn internal throttle potentiometer tracks or accelerator pedal position sensors can also trigger the fault code (P0121/P0221).
- Front Suspension Coil Spring FractureSerious
The front coil springs on the Mk6 Fiesta are notorious for snapping prematurely, often across the lowest coil winding. Road grit, moisture, and road salt collect in the lower spring cup, corroding the protective coating until the spring fractures under pothole or speed cushion impacts. A snapped spring can drop onto the front tyre, gouging the inner sidewall or causing an immediate blowout, making it a critical safety concern and an immediate MOT failure.
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