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 Petrol 1999cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 73,313 miles on the clock, averaging 5,143 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for GP56 BVU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 73,313 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,989 |
| Average per year | 5,143 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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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.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GP56 BVU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1999cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GP — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About GP56 BVU
What car is GP56 BVU?
GP56 BVU is a blue Ford Focus, petrol (1999cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GP56 BVU?
The last recorded mileage for GP56 BVU was 73,313 miles, recorded on 12 Apr 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GP56 BVU passed its MOT?
GP56 BVU has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 12 Apr 2021.
Is GP56 BVU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP56 BVU is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is GP56 BVU?
GP56 BVU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.