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 2005 Ford Focus Diesel 1560cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 142,005 miles on the clock, averaging 16,238 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDCi engine is known for turbocharger and egr valve.
MOT & Mileage History for AO55 VRU
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 142,005 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 16,238 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | AO55 VRU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About AO55 VRU
What car is AO55 VRU?
AO55 VRU is an grey Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Norwich in 2005.
What is the mileage of AO55 VRU?
The last recorded mileage for AO55 VRU was 142,005 miles, recorded on 7 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO55 VRU passed its MOT?
AO55 VRU has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 7 May 2015.
Is AO55 VRU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO55 VRU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AO55 VRU?
AO55 VRU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.