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 S-Max Diesel 1753cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 167,454 miles on the clock, averaging 10,033 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for EX56 VLS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 167,454 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,236 |
| Average per year | 10,033 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EX56 VLS |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | S-Max |
| Colour | Orange |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About EX56 VLS
What car is EX56 VLS?
EX56 VLS is an orange Ford S-Max, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2006.
What is the mileage of EX56 VLS?
The last recorded mileage for EX56 VLS was 167,454 miles, recorded on 7 Dec 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX56 VLS passed its MOT?
EX56 VLS has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 7 Dec 2022.
Is EX56 VLS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX56 VLS 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 VLS?
EX56 VLS is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.