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OE55 LJA

2005 Ford Focus · Petrol · 2521cc

Red Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
FuelPetrol
Engine2521cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£265–£630

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 2521cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 5 (78% pass rate). It has 59,627 miles on the clock, averaging 2,758 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.5 Focus ST engine is known for duratec st (2.5l petrol) and coolant consumption.

MOT & Mileage History for OE55 LJA

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
59,627
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2009
78%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
2,758

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading59,627 miles
Reading date
Miles last year359
Average per year2,758
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OE55 LJA 13k25k36k48k60k '09'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage59,627 miles
Since last MOT+359 miles
PASS
Mileage59,268 miles
Since last MOT+79 miles
PASS
Mileage59,189 miles
Since last MOT+94 miles
PASS
Mileage59,095 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,095 miles
Since last MOT+123 miles
PASS
Mileage58,972 miles
Since last MOT+548 miles
PASS
Mileage58,424 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage58,424 miles
Since last MOT+2,719 miles
PASS
Mileage55,705 miles
Since last MOT+4,842 miles
PASS
Mileage50,863 miles
Since last MOT+64 miles
FAIL
Mileage50,799 miles
Since last MOT+8,686 miles
PASS
Mileage42,113 miles
Since last MOT+2,029 miles
PASS
Mileage40,084 miles
Since last MOT+4,421 miles
PASS
Mileage35,663 miles
Since last MOT+4,145 miles
PASS
Mileage31,518 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,518 miles
Since last MOT+2,797 miles
PASS
Mileage28,721 miles
Since last MOT+4,852 miles
PASS
Mileage23,869 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage23,867 miles
PASS
Mileage70,754 miles
Since last MOT+52,419 miles
PASS
Mileage18,335 miles
Since last MOT+1,898 miles
PASS
Mileage16,437 miles
Since last MOT+3,108 miles
PASS
Mileage13,329 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.

Duratec ST (2.5L Petrol)

Coolant consumption (engine block porosity or internal leakage suspected)

Engine consumes coolant without visible external leaks; possible porosity in block or head, leading to gradual loss.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE55 LJA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2521cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeOE — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About OE55 LJA

What car is OE55 LJA?

OE55 LJA is an red Ford Focus, petrol (2521cc). First registered in Oxford in 2005.

What is the mileage of OE55 LJA?

The last recorded mileage for OE55 LJA was 59,627 miles, recorded on 21 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OE55 LJA passed its MOT?

OE55 LJA has had 23 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (18 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 Oct 2025.

Is OE55 LJA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OE55 LJA 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 OE55 LJA?

OE55 LJA is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.