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MF05 VLR

2005 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Silver Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourSilver
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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 2 and failing 2 (50% pass rate). It has 69,904 miles on the clock, averaging 9,830 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDCi engine is known for turbocharger and egr valve.

MOT & Mileage History for MF05 VLR

MOT Status
Due date passed
69,904
Last Mileage
Recorded
4
Total Tests
Since 2008
50%
Pass Rate
2 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 4 tests on record
9,830

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading69,904 miles
Reading date
Miles last year121
Average per year9,830
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MF05 VLR 53k57k61k66k70k '08'09'09

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Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record

PASS
Mileage69,904 miles
Since last MOT+121 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,783 miles
Since last MOT+12,246 miles
PASS
Mileage57,537 miles
Since last MOT+4,938 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,599 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

RegistrationMF05 VLR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeMF — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About MF05 VLR

What car is MF05 VLR?

MF05 VLR is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.

What is the mileage of MF05 VLR?

The last recorded mileage for MF05 VLR was 69,904 miles, recorded on 15 Dec 2009 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MF05 VLR passed its MOT?

MF05 VLR has had 4 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (2 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 Dec 2009.

Is MF05 VLR ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MF05 VLR 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 MF05 VLR?

MF05 VLR is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.