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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 188,575 miles on the clock, averaging 12,562 miles per year, above 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 BP05 XEF
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 188,575 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,859 |
| Average per year | 12,562 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | BP05 XEF |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1997cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BP — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About BP05 XEF
What car is BP05 XEF?
BP05 XEF is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of BP05 XEF?
The last recorded mileage for BP05 XEF was 188,575 miles, recorded on 16 Jul 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BP05 XEF passed its MOT?
BP05 XEF has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 16 Jul 2020.
Is BP05 XEF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP05 XEF 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 BP05 XEF?
BP05 XEF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.