Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2005 Ford Focus Diesel 1997cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 149,461 miles on the clock, averaging 7,984 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 CV05 VLO
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 149,461 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,932 |
| Average per year | 7,984 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | CV05 VLO |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1997cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About CV05 VLO
What car is CV05 VLO?
CV05 VLO is a red Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Swansea in 2005.
What is the mileage of CV05 VLO?
The last recorded mileage for CV05 VLO was 149,461 miles, recorded on 16 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CV05 VLO passed its MOT?
CV05 VLO has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 16 Sep 2021.
Is CV05 VLO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV05 VLO 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 CV05 VLO?
CV05 VLO is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.