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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 69,863 miles on the clock, averaging 6,424 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 Duratec engine is known for valve cover gasket and camshaft seals.
MOT & Mileage History for PL05 BXJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 69,863 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,644 |
| Average per year | 6,424 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | PL05 BXJ |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1999cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PL — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About PL05 BXJ
What car is PL05 BXJ?
PL05 BXJ is a grey Ford Focus, petrol (1999cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.
What is the mileage of PL05 BXJ?
The last recorded mileage for PL05 BXJ was 69,863 miles, recorded on 5 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PL05 BXJ passed its MOT?
PL05 BXJ has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 5 Jan 2015.
Is PL05 BXJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL05 BXJ 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 PL05 BXJ?
PL05 BXJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.