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PL05 LYJ

2005 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Silver Registered in Preston, Preston · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourSilver
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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 192,358 miles on the clock, averaging 7,152 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 PL05 LYJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
192,358
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2008
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
7,152

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading192,358 miles
Reading date
Miles last year103,491
Average per year7,152
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PL05 LYJ 121k139k157k175k192k '08'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage192,358 miles
Since last MOT+103,491 miles
PASS
Mileage88,867 miles
PASS
Mileage185,786 miles
Since last MOT+7,745 miles
FAIL
Mileage178,041 miles
Since last MOT+12,496 miles
PASS
Mileage165,545 miles
Since last MOT+11,883 miles
PASS
Mileage153,662 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage153,662 miles
Since last MOT+10,369 miles
PASS
Mileage143,293 miles
Since last MOT+10,080 miles
PASS
Mileage133,213 miles
Since last MOT+12,133 miles
PASS
Mileage121,080 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

RegistrationPL05 LYJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codePL — Preston, Preston
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About PL05 LYJ

What car is PL05 LYJ?

PL05 LYJ is a silver Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Preston in 2005.

What is the mileage of PL05 LYJ?

The last recorded mileage for PL05 LYJ was 192,358 miles, recorded on 5 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PL05 LYJ passed its MOT?

PL05 LYJ has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 5 Jun 2018.

Is PL05 LYJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PL05 LYJ 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 PL05 LYJ?

PL05 LYJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.