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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 37,004 miles on the clock, averaging 2,873 miles per year, well 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 OWV
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 37,004 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,873 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 OWV |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 OWV
What car is EX56 OWV?
EX56 OWV is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2006.
What is the mileage of EX56 OWV?
The last recorded mileage for EX56 OWV was 37,004 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX56 OWV passed its MOT?
EX56 OWV has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Aug 2017.
Is EX56 OWV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX56 OWV 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 OWV?
EX56 OWV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.