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 1999cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 5 (67% pass rate). It has 122,228 miles on the clock, averaging 9,052 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for OU05 VBL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 122,228 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,891 |
| Average per year | 9,052 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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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.
Valve cover gasket (also called rocker cover gasket)
Camshaft seals (front/rear crankshaft seals sometimes linked)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OU05 VBL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1999cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OU — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About OU05 VBL
What car is OU05 VBL?
OU05 VBL is an silver Ford Focus, petrol (1999cc). First registered in Oxford in 2005.
What is the mileage of OU05 VBL?
The last recorded mileage for OU05 VBL was 122,228 miles, recorded on 23 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU05 VBL passed its MOT?
OU05 VBL has had 15 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (10 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 23 Mar 2018.
Is OU05 VBL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU05 VBL 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 OU05 VBL?
OU05 VBL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.