Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
EF05 NDL

2005 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1997cc

Green Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1997cc
ColourGreen
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 139,027 miles on the clock, averaging 8,290 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 EF05 NDL

MOT Status
Due date passed
139,027
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2008
76%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
8,290

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading139,027 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year8,290
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EF05 NDL 32k59k86k112k139k '08'21'16

Check EF05 NDL

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage139,027 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage139,025 miles
Since last MOT+9,433 miles
PASS
Mileage129,592 miles
Since last MOT+5,906 miles
PASS
Mileage123,686 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage123,686 miles
Since last MOT+7,114 miles
PASS
Mileage116,572 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,572 miles
Since last MOT+7,852 miles
PASS
Mileage108,720 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage108,713 miles
Since last MOT+7,094 miles
PASS
Mileage101,619 miles
Since last MOT+5,022 miles
PASS
Mileage96,597 miles
Since last MOT+6,937 miles
PASS
Mileage89,660 miles
Since last MOT+9,192 miles
PASS
Mileage80,468 miles
Since last MOT+10,111 miles
PASS
Mileage70,357 miles
Since last MOT+11,291 miles
PASS
Mileage59,066 miles
Since last MOT+12,493 miles
PASS
Mileage46,573 miles
Since last MOT+14,357 miles
PASS
Mileage32,216 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Ford Focus often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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

Read our Ford Focus Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Ford Focus

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF05 NDL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1997cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeEF — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

More EF05 N plates

Browse all EF05 N registrations from Chelmsford.

About EF05 NDL

What car is EF05 NDL?

EF05 NDL is an green Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.

What is the mileage of EF05 NDL?

The last recorded mileage for EF05 NDL was 139,027 miles, recorded on 26 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EF05 NDL passed its MOT?

EF05 NDL has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 26 Feb 2021.

Is EF05 NDL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF05 NDL 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 EF05 NDL?

EF05 NDL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.