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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 120,821 miles on the clock, averaging 8,032 miles per year, around 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 SL56 UED
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 120,821 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,546 |
| Average per year | 8,032 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | SL56 UED |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1997cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SL56 UED
What car is SL56 UED?
SL56 UED is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SL56 UED?
The last recorded mileage for SL56 UED was 120,821 miles, recorded on 8 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL56 UED passed its MOT?
SL56 UED has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 8 Jan 2019.
Is SL56 UED ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL56 UED 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 SL56 UED?
SL56 UED is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.