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 1999cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 89,951 miles on the clock, averaging 4,252 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for BN56 SXM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 89,951 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 4,252 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Focus models (2005–2011), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BN56 SXM |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1999cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About BN56 SXM
What car is BN56 SXM?
BN56 SXM is a silver Ford Focus, petrol (1999cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BN56 SXM?
The last recorded mileage for BN56 SXM was 89,951 miles, recorded on 7 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN56 SXM passed its MOT?
BN56 SXM has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 7 Feb 2026.
Is BN56 SXM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN56 SXM 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 BN56 SXM?
BN56 SXM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.