Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Ford Focus Diesel 1997cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 126,124 miles on the clock, averaging 12,801 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 CE55 VLJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 126,124 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,604 |
| Average per year | 12,801 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | CE55 VLJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1997cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CE — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About CE55 VLJ
What car is CE55 VLJ?
CE55 VLJ is a grey Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2005.
What is the mileage of CE55 VLJ?
The last recorded mileage for CE55 VLJ was 126,124 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CE55 VLJ passed its MOT?
CE55 VLJ has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 Aug 2017.
Is CE55 VLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE55 VLJ 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 CE55 VLJ?
CE55 VLJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.