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FV56 DSU

2006 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1997cc

Blue Registered in Lincoln, Forest and Fens · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
FuelDiesel
Engine1997cc
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 1997cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 111,382 miles on the clock, averaging 8,481 miles per year, around 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 FV56 DSU

MOT Status
Due date passed
111,382
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2009
67%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
8,481

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading111,382 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,481
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FV56 DSU 64k76k88k100k111k '09'15'13

Check FV56 DSU

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage111,382 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage111,382 miles
Since last MOT+6,170 miles
PASS
Mileage105,212 miles
Since last MOT+10,299 miles
PASS
Mileage94,913 miles
Since last MOT+212 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,701 miles
Since last MOT+10,009 miles
PASS
Mileage84,692 miles
Since last MOT+9,837 miles
PASS
Mileage74,855 miles
Since last MOT+10,112 miles
PASS
Mileage64,743 miles
Since last MOT+360 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,383 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.

DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging

EGR valve blocking/sticking

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV56 DSU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1997cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeFV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About FV56 DSU

What car is FV56 DSU?

FV56 DSU is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2006.

What is the mileage of FV56 DSU?

The last recorded mileage for FV56 DSU was 111,382 miles, recorded on 5 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FV56 DSU passed its MOT?

FV56 DSU has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 5 Jun 2015.

Is FV56 DSU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV56 DSU 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 FV56 DSU?

FV56 DSU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.