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 Focus Petrol 1798cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 99,838 miles on the clock, averaging 9,857 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for BD56 ELX
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 99,838 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,436 |
| Average per year | 9,857 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BD56 ELX |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1798cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BD — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About BD56 ELX
What car is BD56 ELX?
BD56 ELX is a blue Ford Focus, petrol (1798cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BD56 ELX?
The last recorded mileage for BD56 ELX was 99,838 miles, recorded on 12 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD56 ELX passed its MOT?
BD56 ELX has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Sep 2016.
Is BD56 ELX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD56 ELX 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 BD56 ELX?
BD56 ELX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.