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 S-Max Diesel 1997cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 172,408 miles on the clock, averaging 10,464 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for MA56 VLW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,408 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,397 |
| Average per year | 10,464 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MA56 VLW |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | S-Max |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1997cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About MA56 VLW
What car is MA56 VLW?
MA56 VLW is an silver Ford S-Max, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Manchester in 2006.
What is the mileage of MA56 VLW?
The last recorded mileage for MA56 VLW was 172,408 miles, recorded on 18 May 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA56 VLW passed its MOT?
MA56 VLW has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 May 2023.
Is MA56 VLW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA56 VLW 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 MA56 VLW?
MA56 VLW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.