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MK55 XWL

2005 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourRed
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 96,546 miles on the clock, averaging 4,742 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 MK55 XWL

MOT Status
Due date passed
96,546
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2008
79%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
4,742

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 reading96,546 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,742
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MK55 XWL 28k45k62k79k97k '08'23'17

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage96,546 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,546 miles
Since last MOT+6,489 miles
PASS
Mileage90,057 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,057 miles
Since last MOT+2,091 miles
PASS
Mileage87,966 miles
Since last MOT+2,235 miles
PASS
Mileage85,731 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,731 miles
Since last MOT+4,323 miles
PASS
Mileage81,408 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,408 miles
Since last MOT+4,821 miles
PASS
Mileage76,587 miles
Since last MOT+6,310 miles
PASS
Mileage70,277 miles
Since last MOT+5,577 miles
PASS
Mileage64,700 miles
Since last MOT+5,579 miles
PASS
Mileage59,121 miles
Since last MOT+3,962 miles
PASS
Mileage55,159 miles
Since last MOT+5,643 miles
PASS
Mileage49,516 miles
Since last MOT+5,269 miles
PASS
Mileage44,247 miles
Since last MOT+5,927 miles
PASS
Mileage38,320 miles
Since last MOT+4,512 miles
PASS
Mileage33,808 miles
Since last MOT+5,614 miles
PASS
Mileage28,194 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

RegistrationMK55 XWL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeMK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About MK55 XWL

What car is MK55 XWL?

MK55 XWL is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.

What is the mileage of MK55 XWL?

The last recorded mileage for MK55 XWL was 96,546 miles, recorded on 22 Feb 2023 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MK55 XWL passed its MOT?

MK55 XWL has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 22 Feb 2023.

Is MK55 XWL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK55 XWL 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 MK55 XWL?

MK55 XWL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.