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KA05 ECV

2005 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1997cc

Grey Registered in Northampton, Luton and Northampton · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1997cc
ColourGrey
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 159,216 miles on the clock, averaging 14,758 miles per year, above 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 KA05 ECV

MOT Status
Due date passed
159,216
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2008
70%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
14,758

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading159,216 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,879
Average per year14,758
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for KA05 ECV 62k86k110k135k159k '08'15'11

Check KA05 ECV

Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage159,216 miles
Since last MOT+8,879 miles
PASS
Mileage150,337 miles
Since last MOT+14,820 miles
PASS
Mileage135,517 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage135,517 miles
Since last MOT+19,097 miles
PASS
Mileage116,420 miles
Since last MOT+19,339 miles
PASS
Mileage97,081 miles
Since last MOT+14,630 miles
PASS
Mileage82,451 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,461 miles
Since last MOT+20,825 miles
PASS
Mileage61,636 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,636 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

RegistrationKA05 ECV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1997cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeKA — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About KA05 ECV

What car is KA05 ECV?

KA05 ECV is a grey Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Northampton in 2005.

What is the mileage of KA05 ECV?

The last recorded mileage for KA05 ECV was 159,216 miles, recorded on 21 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KA05 ECV passed its MOT?

KA05 ECV has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 21 Jan 2015.

Is KA05 ECV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KA05 ECV 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 KA05 ECV?

KA05 ECV is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.