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 Diesel 1997cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 12 (52% pass rate). It has 146,642 miles on the clock, averaging 7,793 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.
MOT & Mileage History for SL05 OVW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 146,642 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,223 |
| Average per year | 7,793 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Ford Focus
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DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) clogging
EGR valve blocking/sticking
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SL05 OVW |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1997cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SL05 OVW
What car is SL05 OVW?
SL05 OVW is an blue Ford Focus, diesel (1997cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SL05 OVW?
The last recorded mileage for SL05 OVW was 146,642 miles, recorded on 4 Jul 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL05 OVW passed its MOT?
SL05 OVW has had 25 MOT tests with a 52% pass rate (13 passes, 12 failures). It last was tested on 4 Jul 2022.
Is SL05 OVW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL05 OVW 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 SL05 OVW?
SL05 OVW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.