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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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 106,684 miles on the clock, averaging 6,637 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 EX56 HSO
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 106,684 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4 |
| Average per year | 6,637 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | EX56 HSO |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1997cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About EX56 HSO
What car is EX56 HSO?
EX56 HSO is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2006.
What is the mileage of EX56 HSO?
The last recorded mileage for EX56 HSO was 106,684 miles, recorded on 20 Nov 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX56 HSO passed its MOT?
EX56 HSO has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 20 Nov 2020.
Is EX56 HSO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX56 HSO 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 EX56 HSO?
EX56 HSO is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.