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GV56 HWX

2006 Ford Focus · Petrol · 2521cc

Blue Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
FuelPetrol
Engine2521cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantPetrol post-2005 (Euro 4)
Est. Annual Tax£265–£630

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 2521cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 77,260 miles on the clock, averaging 6,474 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.5 Focus ST engine is known for duratec st (2.5l petrol) and coolant consumption.

MOT & Mileage History for GV56 HWX

MOT Status
Due date passed
77,260
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2009
78%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
6,474

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading77,260 miles
Reading date
Miles last year86
Average per year6,474
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GV56 HWX 23k37k50k64k77k '09'18'13

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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage77,260 miles
Since last MOT+86 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,174 miles
Since last MOT+15,349 miles
PASS
Mileage61,825 miles
Since last MOT+3,261 miles
PASS
Mileage58,564 miles
Since last MOT+3,722 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,842 miles
Since last MOT+4,576 miles
PASS
Mileage50,266 miles
Since last MOT+6,896 miles
PASS
Mileage43,370 miles
Since last MOT+12,560 miles
PASS
Mileage30,810 miles
Since last MOT+7,488 miles
PASS
Mileage23,322 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.

Duratec ST (2.5L Petrol)

Coolant consumption (engine block porosity or internal leakage suspected)

Engine consumes coolant without visible external leaks; possible porosity in block or head, leading to gradual loss.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV56 HWX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2521cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeGV — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About GV56 HWX

What car is GV56 HWX?

GV56 HWX is a blue Ford Focus, petrol (2521cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.

What is the mileage of GV56 HWX?

The last recorded mileage for GV56 HWX was 77,260 miles, recorded on 13 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GV56 HWX passed its MOT?

GV56 HWX has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 13 Feb 2018.

Is GV56 HWX ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV56 HWX 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 GV56 HWX?

GV56 HWX is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.