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BC05 HXW

2005 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1561cc

Black Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1561cc
ColourBlack
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 1561cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 199,199 miles on the clock, averaging 14,788 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 BC05 HXW

MOT Status
Due date passed
199,199
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2008
71%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
14,788

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading199,199 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year14,788
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BC05 HXW 35k76k117k158k199k '08'19'14

Check BC05 HXW

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage199,199 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage199,197 miles
Since last MOT+13,381 miles
PASS
Mileage185,816 miles
Since last MOT+116 miles
FAIL
Mileage185,700 miles
Since last MOT+13,434 miles
PASS
Mileage172,266 miles
Since last MOT+127,468 miles
PASS
Mileage44,798 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,798 miles
Since last MOT+17,638 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,160 miles
Since last MOT+17,610 miles
PASS
Mileage109,550 miles
Since last MOT+20,965 miles
PASS
Mileage88,585 miles
Since last MOT+9,412 miles
PASS
Mileage79,173 miles
Since last MOT+10,416 miles
PASS
Mileage68,757 miles
Since last MOT+11,519 miles
PASS
Mileage57,238 miles
Since last MOT+3,049 miles
PASS
Mileage54,189 miles
Since last MOT+8,809 miles
PASS
Mileage45,380 miles
Since last MOT+33 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,347 miles
Since last MOT+10,432 miles
PASS
Mileage34,915 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

RegistrationBC05 HXW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1561cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeBC — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About BC05 HXW

What car is BC05 HXW?

BC05 HXW is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1561cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.

What is the mileage of BC05 HXW?

The last recorded mileage for BC05 HXW was 199,199 miles, recorded on 19 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BC05 HXW passed its MOT?

BC05 HXW has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 19 Mar 2019.

Is BC05 HXW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BC05 HXW 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 BC05 HXW?

BC05 HXW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.