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 1560cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 178,626 miles on the clock, averaging 8,606 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDCi engine is known for turbocharger and egr valve.
MOT & Mileage History for DS54 BXL
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 178,626 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,643 |
| Average per year | 8,606 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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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.
Turbocharger (Garrett GT15 variable geometry turbo) – oil feed pipe sludge build-up leading to starvation and failure
EGR valve (exhaust gas recirculation valve and actuator)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DS54 BXL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1560cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DS — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About DS54 BXL
What car is DS54 BXL?
DS54 BXL is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2005.
What is the mileage of DS54 BXL?
The last recorded mileage for DS54 BXL was 178,626 miles, recorded on 11 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS54 BXL passed its MOT?
DS54 BXL has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last was tested on 11 May 2019.
Is DS54 BXL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS54 BXL 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 DS54 BXL?
DS54 BXL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.