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 2007 Ford Focus Diesel 1997cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 101,590 miles on the clock, averaging 7,607 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDCi engine is known for dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging and egr valve blocking/sticking.
MOT & Mileage History for BL56 CDO
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 101,590 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,500 |
| Average per year | 7,607 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
EGR valve blocking/sticking
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL56 CDO |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1997cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About BL56 CDO
What car is BL56 CDO?
BL56 CDO is a grey Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2007.
What is the mileage of BL56 CDO?
The last recorded mileage for BL56 CDO was 101,590 miles, recorded on 6 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL56 CDO passed its MOT?
BL56 CDO has had 13 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (12 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 6 Jan 2021.
Is BL56 CDO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL56 CDO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BL56 CDO?
BL56 CDO is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.