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BJ55 LZV

2005 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Silver Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 5 (50% pass rate). It has 102,116 miles on the clock, averaging 5,087 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 BJ55 LZV

MOT Status
Due date passed
102,116
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2008
50%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
5,087

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading102,116 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,087
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BJ55 LZV 59k70k81k91k102k '08'17'15

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage102,116 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,116 miles
Since last MOT+11,534 miles
PASS
Mileage90,582 miles
Since last MOT+2,966 miles
PASS
Mileage87,616 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,612 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage85,537 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,537 miles
Since last MOT+17,996 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,541 miles
Since last MOT+8,510 miles
PASS
Mileage59,031 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

RegistrationBJ55 LZV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeBJ — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About BJ55 LZV

What car is BJ55 LZV?

BJ55 LZV is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.

What is the mileage of BJ55 LZV?

The last recorded mileage for BJ55 LZV was 102,116 miles, recorded on 31 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BJ55 LZV passed its MOT?

BJ55 LZV has had 10 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (5 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 31 Mar 2017.

Is BJ55 LZV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BJ55 LZV 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 BJ55 LZV?

BJ55 LZV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.