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 1560cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 176,214 miles on the clock, averaging 14,426 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 OU56 XET
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 176,214 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,986 |
| Average per year | 14,426 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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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
| Registration | OU56 XET |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OU — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About OU56 XET
What car is OU56 XET?
OU56 XET is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Oxford in 2006.
What is the mileage of OU56 XET?
The last recorded mileage for OU56 XET was 176,214 miles, recorded on 2 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU56 XET passed its MOT?
OU56 XET has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 2 Mar 2015.
Is OU56 XET ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU56 XET 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 XET?
OU56 XET is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.