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 Petrol 1796cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 108,257 miles on the clock, averaging 10,068 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 Duratec engine is known for duratec 1.8l petrol and timing chain and tensioner.
MOT & Mileage History for NC54 XEL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 108,257 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,183 |
| Average per year | 10,068 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NC54 XEL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NC — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About NC54 XEL
What car is NC54 XEL?
NC54 XEL is an black Ford Focus, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2005.
What is the mileage of NC54 XEL?
The last recorded mileage for NC54 XEL was 108,257 miles, recorded on 26 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NC54 XEL passed its MOT?
NC54 XEL has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 26 Apr 2016.
Is NC54 XEL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NC54 XEL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is NC54 XEL?
NC54 XEL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.