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SM05 DYJ

2005 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Silver Registered in Edinburgh, Scotland · 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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 100,479 miles on the clock, averaging 7,349 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 SM05 DYJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
100,479
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2008
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
7,349

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading100,479 miles
Reading date
Miles last year18
Average per year7,349
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SM05 DYJ 31k48k66k83k100k '08'17'14

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage100,479 miles
Since last MOT+18 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,461 miles
Since last MOT+9,474 miles
PASS
Mileage90,987 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,987 miles
Since last MOT+8,786 miles
PASS
Mileage82,201 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage82,199 miles
Since last MOT+3,198 miles
PASS
Mileage79,001 miles
Since last MOT+6,385 miles
PASS
Mileage72,616 miles
Since last MOT+7,256 miles
PASS
Mileage65,360 miles
Since last MOT+7,178 miles
PASS
Mileage58,182 miles
Since last MOT+7,099 miles
PASS
Mileage51,083 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,083 miles
Since last MOT+6,579 miles
PASS
Mileage44,504 miles
Since last MOT+6,900 miles
PASS
Mileage37,604 miles
Since last MOT+6,704 miles
PASS
Mileage30,900 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

RegistrationSM05 DYJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeSM — Edinburgh, Scotland
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About SM05 DYJ

What car is SM05 DYJ?

SM05 DYJ is an silver Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.

What is the mileage of SM05 DYJ?

The last recorded mileage for SM05 DYJ was 100,479 miles, recorded on 31 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SM05 DYJ passed its MOT?

SM05 DYJ has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 31 Oct 2017.

Is SM05 DYJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM05 DYJ 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 SM05 DYJ?

SM05 DYJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.