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OV14 ULW

2014 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1997cc

Blue Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 12 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2014
FuelDiesel
Engine1997cc
ColourBlue
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 2014 Ford Focus Diesel 1997cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 100,614 miles on the clock, averaging 8,228 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDCi engine is known for dpf (diesel particulate filter) clogging and egr valve blocking/sticking. Common Ford Focus issues include door latch failure and squeaky door seals / a-pillar noise.

MOT & Mileage History for OV14 ULW

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
100,614
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2017
64%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
8,228

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading100,614 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,932
Average per year8,228
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OV14 ULW 28k46k64k82k101k '17'26'22

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage100,614 miles
Since last MOT+3,932 miles
PASS
Mileage96,682 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,682 miles
Since last MOT+7,304 miles
PASS
Mileage89,378 miles
Since last MOT+118 miles
FAIL
Mileage89,260 miles
Since last MOT+7,038 miles
PASS
Mileage82,222 miles
Since last MOT+7,442 miles
PASS
Mileage74,780 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,780 miles
Since last MOT+3,225 miles
PASS
Mileage71,555 miles
Since last MOT+17,377 miles
PASS
Mileage54,178 miles
Since last MOT+12,866 miles
PASS
Mileage41,312 miles
Since last MOT+58 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,254 miles
Since last MOT+13,166 miles
PASS
Mileage28,088 miles
Since last MOT+238 miles
FAIL
Mileage27,850 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Ford Focus

These are the most commonly reported problems on Ford Focus models (2011–2018), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Door Latch Failure

Pawl spring tab fractures, causing doors to unlatch unexpectedly while driving. · Typical repair: Free if under DVSA recall R/2015/173 (or Ford 15S26); otherwise £200-£400 per door at indie garage.

Squeaky Door Seals / A-Pillar Noise

Seals loosen or degrade, allowing wind noise and vibration. · Typical repair: £50-£150 (new seals + labour).

Excessive Battery Discharge / BCM Water Ingress

Washer fluid leaks down wires into BCM, causing drain and fault codes. · Typical repair: £100-£250 (clean BCM + new pump if needed).

Powershift Gearbox Jerking/Shuddering (Auto Variants Only)

Clutch wear or sensor failure causes harsh shifts. · Typical repair: £400-£1,500 (sensor/clutch pack).

DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging

EGR valve blocking/sticking

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV14 ULW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1997cc
Year2014
First registered
Area codeOV — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier14 — March 2014 to August 2014

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About OV14 ULW

What car is OV14 ULW?

OV14 ULW is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Oxford in 2014.

What is the mileage of OV14 ULW?

The last recorded mileage for OV14 ULW was 100,614 miles, recorded on 23 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OV14 ULW passed its MOT?

OV14 ULW has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 23 Feb 2026.

Is OV14 ULW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV14 ULW is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2014, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is OV14 ULW?

OV14 ULW is approximately 12 years old. Age identifier 14 means registered between 1 March 2014 and 31 August 2014.