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 2009 Ford Focus Diesel 1997cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 81,230 miles on the clock, averaging 6,137 miles per year, below 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 SY59 XBD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 81,230 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 6,137 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | SY59 XBD |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1997cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About SY59 XBD
What car is SY59 XBD?
SY59 XBD is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Inverness in 2009.
What is the mileage of SY59 XBD?
The last recorded mileage for SY59 XBD was 81,230 miles, recorded on 27 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY59 XBD passed its MOT?
SY59 XBD has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 27 Dec 2023.
Is SY59 XBD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY59 XBD is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2009, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SY59 XBD?
SY59 XBD is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.