Vehicle summary
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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 161,786 miles on the clock, averaging 9,747 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 MT05 HBY
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 161,786 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 9,747 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
EGR valve blocking/sticking
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MT05 HBY |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1997cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About MT05 HBY
What car is MT05 HBY?
MT05 HBY is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.
What is the mileage of MT05 HBY?
The last recorded mileage for MT05 HBY was 161,786 miles, recorded on 10 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MT05 HBY passed its MOT?
MT05 HBY has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Dec 2020.
Is MT05 HBY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT05 HBY 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 MT05 HBY?
MT05 HBY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.