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 Petrol 1999cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 144,017 miles on the clock, averaging 11,270 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for BL05 XPH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 144,017 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 36 |
| Average per year | 11,270 |
| 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
These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Focus models (2005–2011), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL05 XPH |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1999cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About BL05 XPH
What car is BL05 XPH?
BL05 XPH is a black Ford Focus, petrol (1999cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BL05 XPH?
The last recorded mileage for BL05 XPH was 144,017 miles, recorded on 1 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL05 XPH passed its MOT?
BL05 XPH has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 1 Sep 2017.
Is BL05 XPH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL05 XPH is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BL05 XPH?
BL05 XPH is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.