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DK55 RUU

2005 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1997cc

Black Registered in Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1997cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 6 (76% pass rate). It has 69,000 miles on the clock, averaging 2,746 miles per year, well below 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 DK55 RUU

MOT Status
Due date passed
69,000
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2008
76%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
2,746

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading69,000 miles
Reading date
Miles last year203
Average per year2,746
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DK55 RUU 22k34k46k57k69k '08'25'16

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage69,000 miles
Since last MOT+203 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,797 miles
Since last MOT+8,994 miles
PASS
Mileage59,803 miles
Since last MOT+515 miles
PASS
Mileage59,288 miles
Since last MOT+951 miles
PASS
Mileage58,337 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage58,333 miles
Since last MOT+423 miles
PASS
Mileage57,910 miles
Since last MOT+935 miles
PASS
Mileage56,975 miles
Since last MOT+1,033 miles
PASS
Mileage55,942 miles
Since last MOT+2,230 miles
PASS
Mileage53,712 miles
Since last MOT+2,162 miles
PASS
Mileage51,550 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,550 miles
Since last MOT+2,176 miles
PASS
Mileage49,374 miles
Since last MOT+1,999 miles
PASS
Mileage47,375 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,375 miles
Since last MOT+2,472 miles
PASS
Mileage44,903 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage44,903 miles
Since last MOT+4,133 miles
PASS
Mileage40,770 miles
Since last MOT+2,567 miles
PASS
Mileage38,203 miles
Since last MOT+3,802 miles
PASS
Mileage34,401 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage34,401 miles
Since last MOT+3,597 miles
PASS
Mileage30,804 miles
Since last MOT+4,014 miles
PASS
Mileage26,790 miles
Since last MOT+393 miles
PASS
Mileage26,397 miles
Since last MOT+4,125 miles
PASS
Mileage22,272 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Ford Focus

These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Focus models (2005–2011), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging

EGR valve blocking/sticking

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK55 RUU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1997cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeDK — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About DK55 RUU

What car is DK55 RUU?

DK55 RUU is a black Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.

What is the mileage of DK55 RUU?

The last recorded mileage for DK55 RUU was 69,000 miles, recorded on 21 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DK55 RUU passed its MOT?

DK55 RUU has had 25 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (19 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 21 Jul 2025.

Is DK55 RUU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DK55 RUU 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 DK55 RUU?

DK55 RUU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.