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 Petrol 1999cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 132,808 miles on the clock, averaging 9,388 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for EF05 VSU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 132,808 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,456 |
| Average per year | 9,388 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EF05 VSU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1999cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About EF05 VSU
What car is EF05 VSU?
EF05 VSU is an black Ford Focus, petrol (1999cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.
What is the mileage of EF05 VSU?
The last recorded mileage for EF05 VSU was 132,808 miles, recorded on 9 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF05 VSU passed its MOT?
EF05 VSU has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 9 Jan 2019.
Is EF05 VSU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF05 VSU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EF05 VSU?
EF05 VSU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.