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KB05 LHU

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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 155,591 miles on the clock, averaging 5,323 miles per year, 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 KB05 LHU

MOT Status
Due date passed
155,591
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2008
86%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
5,323

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading155,591 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,390
Average per year5,323
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KB05 LHU 88k105k122k139k156k '08'21'15

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage155,591 miles
Since last MOT+1,390 miles
PASS
Mileage154,201 miles
Since last MOT+9,245 miles
PASS
Mileage144,956 miles
Since last MOT+9,185 miles
PASS
Mileage135,771 miles
Since last MOT+7,342 miles
PASS
Mileage128,429 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage128,429 miles
Since last MOT+8,134 miles
PASS
Mileage120,295 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,295 miles
Since last MOT+5,434 miles
PASS
Mileage114,861 miles
Since last MOT+4,426 miles
PASS
Mileage110,435 miles
Since last MOT+5,590 miles
PASS
Mileage104,845 miles
Since last MOT+4,101 miles
PASS
Mileage100,744 miles
Since last MOT+3,997 miles
PASS
Mileage96,747 miles
Since last MOT+9,097 miles
PASS
Mileage87,650 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

RegistrationKB05 LHU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1997cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeKB — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About KB05 LHU

What car is KB05 LHU?

KB05 LHU is a grey Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Northampton in 2005.

What is the mileage of KB05 LHU?

The last recorded mileage for KB05 LHU was 155,591 miles, recorded on 31 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KB05 LHU passed its MOT?

KB05 LHU has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 31 Mar 2021.

Is KB05 LHU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KB05 LHU 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 KB05 LHU?

KB05 LHU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.