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EX56 VSG

2006 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1596cc

Blue Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
FuelDiesel
Engine1596cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 1596cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 76,696 miles on the clock, averaging 4,653 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDCi engine is known for turbocharger and egr valve.

MOT & Mileage History for EX56 VSG

MOT Status
Due date passed
76,696
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2009
60%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
4,653

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading76,696 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,653
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EX56 VSG 40k49k58k67k77k '09'17'13

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage76,696 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,696 miles
Since last MOT+2,097 miles
PASS
Mileage74,599 miles
Since last MOT+1,504 miles
PASS
Mileage73,095 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,095 miles
Since last MOT+4,279 miles
PASS
Mileage68,816 miles
Since last MOT+4,898 miles
PASS
Mileage63,918 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage63,916 miles
Since last MOT+6,888 miles
PASS
Mileage57,028 miles
Since last MOT+7,102 miles
PASS
Mileage49,926 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,926 miles
Since last MOT+5,934 miles
PASS
Mileage43,992 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage43,992 miles
Since last MOT+4,486 miles
PASS
Mileage39,506 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage39,506 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.

Turbocharger (Garrett GT15 variable geometry turbo) – oil feed pipe sludge build-up leading to starvation and failure

EGR valve (exhaust gas recirculation valve and actuator)

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX56 VSG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1596cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeEX — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About EX56 VSG

What car is EX56 VSG?

EX56 VSG is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1596cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2006.

What is the mileage of EX56 VSG?

The last recorded mileage for EX56 VSG was 76,696 miles, recorded on 3 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EX56 VSG passed its MOT?

EX56 VSG has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 3 Nov 2017.

Is EX56 VSG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX56 VSG 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 VSG?

EX56 VSG is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.