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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 130,599 miles on the clock, averaging 8,104 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for EF56 DHV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 130,599 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,288 |
| Average per year | 8,104 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | EF56 DHV |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1999cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About EF56 DHV
What car is EF56 DHV?
EF56 DHV is an blue Ford Focus, petrol (1999cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2006.
What is the mileage of EF56 DHV?
The last recorded mileage for EF56 DHV was 130,599 miles, recorded on 28 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF56 DHV passed its MOT?
EF56 DHV has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Jun 2019.
Is EF56 DHV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF56 DHV 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 EF56 DHV?
EF56 DHV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.