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RY56 ALE

2011 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Black Registered in Reading, Reading · 15 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2011
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourBlack
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 2011 Ford Focus Diesel 1560cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 129,593 miles on the clock, averaging 7,370 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDCi engine is known for turbocharger and egr valve.

MOT & Mileage History for RY56 ALE

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
129,593
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2014
74%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
7,370

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading129,593 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,779
Average per year7,370
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RY56 ALE 38k61k84k107k130k '14'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage129,593 miles
Since last MOT+7,779 miles
PASS
Mileage121,814 miles
Since last MOT+11,477 miles
PASS
Mileage110,337 miles
Since last MOT+8,848 miles
PASS
Mileage101,489 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage101,485 miles
Since last MOT+3,114 miles
PASS
Mileage98,371 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,376 miles
Since last MOT+8,100 miles
PASS
Mileage90,276 miles
Since last MOT+6,783 miles
PASS
Mileage83,493 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage83,493 miles
Since last MOT+3,044 miles
PASS
Mileage80,449 miles
Since last MOT+6,993 miles
PASS
Mileage73,456 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,456 miles
Since last MOT+3,058 miles
PASS
Mileage70,398 miles
Since last MOT+3,984 miles
PASS
Mileage66,414 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,414 miles
Since last MOT+9,234 miles
PASS
Mileage57,180 miles
Since last MOT+9,209 miles
PASS
Mileage47,971 miles
Since last MOT+9,893 miles
PASS
Mileage38,078 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

RegistrationRY56 ALE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2011
First registered
Area codeRY — Reading, Reading
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About RY56 ALE

What car is RY56 ALE?

RY56 ALE is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Reading in 2011.

What is the mileage of RY56 ALE?

The last recorded mileage for RY56 ALE was 129,593 miles, recorded on 28 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RY56 ALE passed its MOT?

RY56 ALE has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 28 Jul 2026.

Is RY56 ALE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY56 ALE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2011, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is RY56 ALE?

RY56 ALE is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.