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AY55 GDU

2005 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Silver Registered in Ipswich, Anglia · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 165,551 miles on the clock, averaging 6,215 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 AY55 GDU

MOT Status
Due date passed
165,551
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2012
79%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 3 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
6,215

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading165,551 miles
Reading date
Average per year6,215
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AY55 GDU 104k120k135k150k166k '12'22'18

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage165,551 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage165,551 miles
Since last MOT+6,480 miles
PASS
Mileage159,071 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage159,064 miles
Since last MOT+4,380 miles
PASS
Mileage154,684 miles
Since last MOT+5,643 miles
PASS
Mileage149,041 miles
Since last MOT+6,264 miles
PASS
Mileage142,777 miles
Since last MOT+5,429 miles
PASS
Mileage137,348 miles
Since last MOT+5,765 miles
PASS
Mileage131,583 miles
Since last MOT+3,285 miles
PASS
Mileage128,298 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage128,298 miles
Since last MOT+10,584 miles
PASS
Mileage117,714 miles
Since last MOT+4,486 miles
PASS
Mileage113,228 miles
Since last MOT+9,066 miles
PASS
Mileage104,162 miles

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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

RegistrationAY55 GDU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeAY — Ipswich, Anglia
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About AY55 GDU

What car is AY55 GDU?

AY55 GDU is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2005.

What is the mileage of AY55 GDU?

The last recorded mileage for AY55 GDU was 165,551 miles, recorded on 23 Jun 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AY55 GDU passed its MOT?

AY55 GDU has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 23 Jun 2022.

Is AY55 GDU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AY55 GDU 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 AY55 GDU?

AY55 GDU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.