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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 158,263 miles on the clock, averaging 7,677 miles per year, around 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 YL06 AVE
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 158,263 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,677 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | YL06 AVE |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1997cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YL — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About YL06 AVE
What car is YL06 AVE?
YL06 AVE is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2006.
What is the mileage of YL06 AVE?
The last recorded mileage for YL06 AVE was 158,263 miles, recorded on 12 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YL06 AVE passed its MOT?
YL06 AVE has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Oct 2018.
Is YL06 AVE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YL06 AVE 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 YL06 AVE?
YL06 AVE is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.