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 1798cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 189,210 miles on the clock, averaging 10,525 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for VE56 DMV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 189,210 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,011 |
| Average per year | 10,525 |
| 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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Vehicle Details
| Registration | VE56 DMV |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1798cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VE — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About VE56 DMV
What car is VE56 DMV?
VE56 DMV is a grey Ford Focus, petrol (1798cc). First registered in Worcester in 2006.
What is the mileage of VE56 DMV?
The last recorded mileage for VE56 DMV was 189,210 miles, recorded on 29 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VE56 DMV passed its MOT?
VE56 DMV has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 29 Jan 2024.
Is VE56 DMV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE56 DMV 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 VE56 DMV?
VE56 DMV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.