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KM56 RCU

2006 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Blue Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2006
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
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 1560cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 166,582 miles on the clock, averaging 9,734 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDCi engine is known for turbocharger and egr valve.

MOT & Mileage History for KM56 RCU

MOT Status
Due date passed
166,582
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2009
75%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
9,734

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading166,582 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,404
Average per year9,734
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KM56 RCU 50k79k108k137k167k '09'21'16

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage166,582 miles
Since last MOT+4,404 miles
PASS
Mileage162,178 miles
Since last MOT+5,208 miles
PASS
Mileage156,970 miles
Since last MOT+6,816 miles
PASS
Mileage150,154 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage150,144 miles
Since last MOT+7,266 miles
PASS
Mileage142,878 miles
Since last MOT+5,906 miles
PASS
Mileage136,972 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage136,972 miles
Since last MOT+8,149 miles
PASS
Mileage128,823 miles
Since last MOT+10,622 miles
PASS
Mileage118,201 miles
Since last MOT+13,286 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,915 miles
Since last MOT+15,141 miles
PASS
Mileage89,774 miles
Since last MOT+13,642 miles
PASS
Mileage76,132 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage76,132 miles
Since last MOT+12,365 miles
PASS
Mileage63,767 miles
Since last MOT+13,987 miles
PASS
Mileage49,780 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

RegistrationKM56 RCU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeKM — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About KM56 RCU

What car is KM56 RCU?

KM56 RCU is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Luton in 2006.

What is the mileage of KM56 RCU?

The last recorded mileage for KM56 RCU was 166,582 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KM56 RCU passed its MOT?

KM56 RCU has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 15 Oct 2021.

Is KM56 RCU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KM56 RCU 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 KM56 RCU?

KM56 RCU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.