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NJ05 VKB

2005 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Grey Registered in Newcastle, North · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourGrey
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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 153,695 miles on the clock, averaging 6,380 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDCi engine is known for turbocharger and egr valve.

MOT & Mileage History for NJ05 VKB

MOT Status
Due date passed
153,695
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2008
76%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
6,380

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading153,695 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,822
Average per year6,380
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for NJ05 VKB 60k84k107k130k154k '08'22'15

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage153,695 miles
Since last MOT+1,822 miles
PASS
Mileage151,873 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage151,873 miles
Since last MOT+4,516 miles
PASS
Mileage147,357 miles
Since last MOT+4,727 miles
PASS
Mileage142,630 miles
Since last MOT+4,351 miles
PASS
Mileage138,279 miles
Since last MOT+2,113 miles
PASS
Mileage136,166 miles
Since last MOT+6,018 miles
PASS
Mileage130,148 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage130,146 miles
Since last MOT+2,249 miles
PASS
Mileage127,897 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage127,897 miles
Since last MOT+3,462 miles
PASS
Mileage124,435 miles
Since last MOT+36,195 miles
PASS
Mileage88,240 miles
PASS
Mileage100,231 miles
Since last MOT+18,432 miles
PASS
Mileage81,799 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,799 miles
Since last MOT+21,670 miles
PASS
Mileage60,129 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

RegistrationNJ05 VKB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeNJ — Newcastle, North
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About NJ05 VKB

What car is NJ05 VKB?

NJ05 VKB is an grey Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2005.

What is the mileage of NJ05 VKB?

The last recorded mileage for NJ05 VKB was 153,695 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.

Has NJ05 VKB passed its MOT?

NJ05 VKB has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Oct 2022.

Is NJ05 VKB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, NJ05 VKB 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 NJ05 VKB?

NJ05 VKB is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.