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 Petrol 2521cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 10 (60% pass rate). It has 121,248 miles on the clock, averaging 6,898 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.5 Focus ST engine is known for duratec st (2.5l petrol) and coolant consumption.
MOT & Mileage History for SM56 XEK
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 121,248 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 6,898 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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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.
Duratec ST (2.5L Petrol)
Coolant consumption (engine block porosity or internal leakage suspected)
Engine consumes coolant without visible external leaks; possible porosity in block or head, leading to gradual loss.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM56 XEK |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 2521cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SM56 XEK
What car is SM56 XEK?
SM56 XEK is an black Ford Focus, petrol (2521cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SM56 XEK?
The last recorded mileage for SM56 XEK was 121,248 miles, recorded on 1 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM56 XEK passed its MOT?
SM56 XEK has had 25 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (15 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 1 Dec 2023.
Is SM56 XEK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM56 XEK is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is SM56 XEK?
SM56 XEK is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.