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 Diesel 1997cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 2 (75% pass rate). It has 145,855 miles on the clock, averaging 11,870 miles per year, above 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 OU56 XEA
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 145,855 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 755 |
| Average per year | 11,870 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
EGR valve blocking/sticking
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OU56 XEA |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1997cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OU — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About OU56 XEA
What car is OU56 XEA?
OU56 XEA is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Oxford in 2006.
What is the mileage of OU56 XEA?
The last recorded mileage for OU56 XEA was 145,855 miles, recorded on 1 Mar 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU56 XEA passed its MOT?
OU56 XEA has had 8 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (6 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 1 Mar 2016.
Is OU56 XEA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU56 XEA 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 OU56 XEA?
OU56 XEA is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.