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MT05 UTC

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 2 MOT tests on record, passing 1 and failing once (50% pass rate). It has 77,876 miles on the clock, averaging 15,223 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 MT05 UTC

MOT Status
Due date passed
77,876
Last Mileage
Recorded
2
Total Tests
Since 2008
50%
Pass Rate
1 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 2 tests on record
15,223

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading77,876 miles
Reading date
Miles last year15,584
Average per year15,223
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for MT05 UTC 62k66k70k74k78k '08'09

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Full MOT Test History 2 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage77,876 miles
Since last MOT+15,584 miles
PASS
Mileage62,292 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

RegistrationMT05 UTC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeMT — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About MT05 UTC

What car is MT05 UTC?

MT05 UTC is an red Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Manchester in 2005.

What is the mileage of MT05 UTC?

The last recorded mileage for MT05 UTC was 77,876 miles, recorded on 18 Jun 2009 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MT05 UTC passed its MOT?

MT05 UTC has had 2 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (1 pass, 1 failure). It last was tested on 18 Jun 2009.

Is MT05 UTC ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MT05 UTC 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 UTC?

MT05 UTC is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.