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 Diesel 1997cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 166,446 miles on the clock, averaging 6,698 miles per year, below 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 BT06 VPU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 166,446 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,687 |
| Average per year | 6,698 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | BT06 VPU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1997cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BT — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About BT06 VPU
What car is BT06 VPU?
BT06 VPU is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of BT06 VPU?
The last recorded mileage for BT06 VPU was 166,446 miles, recorded on 18 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BT06 VPU passed its MOT?
BT06 VPU has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 18 Dec 2025.
Is BT06 VPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT06 VPU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BT06 VPU?
BT06 VPU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.