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 Diesel 1997cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 161,171 miles on the clock, averaging 8,417 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDCi engine is known for dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging and egr valve blocking/sticking.
MOT & Mileage History for BN55 VLF
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 161,171 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,761 |
| Average per year | 8,417 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
EGR valve blocking/sticking
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BN55 VLF |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1997cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About BN55 VLF
What car is BN55 VLF?
BN55 VLF is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BN55 VLF?
The last recorded mileage for BN55 VLF was 161,171 miles, recorded on 8 Sep 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN55 VLF passed its MOT?
BN55 VLF has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Sep 2023.
Is BN55 VLF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN55 VLF 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 BN55 VLF?
BN55 VLF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.