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KB05 RKU

2005 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourBlue
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 1560cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 77,287 miles on the clock, averaging 3,613 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDCi engine is known for turbocharger and egr valve.

MOT & Mileage History for KB05 RKU

MOT Status
Due date passed
77,287
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2008
81%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
3,613

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading77,287 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,977
Average per year3,613
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KB05 RKU 19k33k48k63k77k '08'24'18

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage77,287 miles
Since last MOT+3,977 miles
PASS
Mileage73,310 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage73,310 miles
Since last MOT+3,323 miles
PASS
Mileage69,987 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,987 miles
Since last MOT+4,171 miles
PASS
Mileage65,816 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,816 miles
Since last MOT+674 miles
PASS
Mileage65,142 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,142 miles
Since last MOT+3,627 miles
PASS
Mileage61,515 miles
Since last MOT+3,500 miles
PASS
Mileage58,015 miles
Since last MOT+3,131 miles
PASS
Mileage54,884 miles
Since last MOT+3,758 miles
PASS
Mileage51,126 miles
Since last MOT+4,089 miles
PASS
Mileage47,037 miles
Since last MOT+4,799 miles
PASS
Mileage42,238 miles
Since last MOT+4,292 miles
PASS
Mileage37,946 miles
Since last MOT+4,121 miles
PASS
Mileage33,825 miles
Since last MOT+4,218 miles
PASS
Mileage29,607 miles
Since last MOT+3,824 miles
PASS
Mileage25,783 miles
Since last MOT+3,624 miles
PASS
Mileage22,159 miles
Since last MOT+3,578 miles
PASS
Mileage18,581 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.

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

RegistrationKB05 RKU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeKB — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About KB05 RKU

What car is KB05 RKU?

KB05 RKU is a blue Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Northampton in 2005.

What is the mileage of KB05 RKU?

The last recorded mileage for KB05 RKU was 77,287 miles, recorded on 10 Sep 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KB05 RKU passed its MOT?

KB05 RKU has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Sep 2024.

Is KB05 RKU ULEZ compliant?

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

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