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EL04 EAT

2006 Ford Focus · Petrol · 2521cc

Silver Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine2521cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£265–£630

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 2521cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 149,172 miles on the clock, averaging 6,378 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.5 Focus ST engine is known for duratec st (2.5l petrol) and coolant consumption.

MOT & Mileage History for EL04 EAT

MOT Status
Due date passed
149,172
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2009
71%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 7 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
6,378

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading149,172 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5
Average per year6,378
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EL04 EAT 45k71k97k123k149k '09'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage149,172 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage149,167 miles
Since last MOT+4,903 miles
PASS
Mileage144,264 miles
Since last MOT+3,303 miles
PASS
Mileage140,961 miles
Since last MOT+659 miles
PASS
Mileage140,302 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage140,287 miles
Since last MOT+3,281 miles
PASS
Mileage137,006 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage137,006 miles
Since last MOT+2,908 miles
PASS
Mileage134,098 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage134,098 miles
Since last MOT+2,605 miles
PASS
Mileage131,493 miles
Since last MOT+12,633 miles
PASS
Mileage118,860 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,858 miles
Since last MOT+13,751 miles
PASS
Mileage105,107 miles
Since last MOT+14,662 miles
PASS
Mileage90,445 miles
Since last MOT+5,990 miles
PASS
Mileage84,455 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,455 miles
Since last MOT+6,195 miles
PASS
Mileage78,260 miles
Since last MOT+5,673 miles
PASS
Mileage72,587 miles
Since last MOT+6,527 miles
PASS
Mileage66,060 miles
Since last MOT+6,153 miles
PASS
Mileage59,907 miles
Since last MOT+7,033 miles
PASS
Mileage52,874 miles
Since last MOT+7,550 miles
PASS
Mileage45,324 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,324 miles

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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.

Duratec ST (2.5L Petrol)

Coolant consumption (engine block porosity or internal leakage suspected)

Engine consumes coolant without visible external leaks; possible porosity in block or head, leading to gradual loss.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEL04 EAT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2521cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeEL — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About EL04 EAT

What car is EL04 EAT?

EL04 EAT is an silver Ford Focus, petrol (2521cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2006.

What is the mileage of EL04 EAT?

The last recorded mileage for EL04 EAT was 149,172 miles, recorded on 28 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EL04 EAT passed its MOT?

EL04 EAT has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 28 Jul 2025.

Is EL04 EAT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EL04 EAT 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 EL04 EAT?

EL04 EAT is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.