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 1596cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 188,179 miles on the clock, averaging 17,406 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BN55 VEL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 188,179 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 17,406 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BN55 VEL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1596cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About BN55 VEL
What car is BN55 VEL?
BN55 VEL is a blue Ford Focus, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BN55 VEL?
The last recorded mileage for BN55 VEL was 188,179 miles, recorded on 31 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN55 VEL passed its MOT?
BN55 VEL has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 31 Jul 2018.
Is BN55 VEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN55 VEL 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 BN55 VEL?
BN55 VEL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.