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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 96,866 miles on the clock, averaging 5,889 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 SY56 LXU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 96,866 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,413 |
| Average per year | 5,889 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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.
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 | SY56 LXU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About SY56 LXU
What car is SY56 LXU?
SY56 LXU is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Inverness in 2006.
What is the mileage of SY56 LXU?
The last recorded mileage for SY56 LXU was 96,866 miles, recorded on 1 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY56 LXU passed its MOT?
SY56 LXU has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 1 Oct 2019.
Is SY56 LXU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY56 LXU 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 SY56 LXU?
SY56 LXU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.