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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 143,031 miles on the clock, averaging 10,161 miles per year, above 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 BT57 VDZ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 143,031 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,869 |
| Average per year | 10,161 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | BT57 VDZ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1997cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BT — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About BT57 VDZ
What car is BT57 VDZ?
BT57 VDZ is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2007.
What is the mileage of BT57 VDZ?
The last recorded mileage for BT57 VDZ was 143,031 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BT57 VDZ passed its MOT?
BT57 VDZ has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 15 Jan 2019.
Is BT57 VDZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT57 VDZ 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 BT57 VDZ?
BT57 VDZ is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.