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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 157,468 miles on the clock, averaging 12,541 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 SO06 KWU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 157,468 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,541 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | SO06 KWU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1997cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About SO06 KWU
What car is SO06 KWU?
SO06 KWU is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2006.
What is the mileage of SO06 KWU?
The last recorded mileage for SO06 KWU was 157,468 miles, recorded on 22 Jun 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO06 KWU passed its MOT?
SO06 KWU has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 22 Jun 2020.
Is SO06 KWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO06 KWU 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 SO06 KWU?
SO06 KWU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.