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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 122,032 miles on the clock, averaging 6,538 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 RL05 VBT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Average miles/year
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 122,032 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 6,538 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | RL05 VBT |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1999cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RL — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RL05 VBT
What car is RL05 VBT?
RL05 VBT is an silver Ford Focus, petrol (1999cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RL05 VBT?
The last recorded mileage for RL05 VBT was 122,032 miles, recorded on 22 Aug 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RL05 VBT passed its MOT?
RL05 VBT has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 22 Aug 2022.
Is RL05 VBT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL05 VBT 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 RL05 VBT?
RL05 VBT is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.