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SM05 NDL

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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 130,490 miles on the clock, averaging 19,775 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDCi engine is known for turbocharger and egr valve.

MOT & Mileage History for SM05 NDL

MOT Status
Due date passed
130,490
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2008
63%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
19,775

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading130,490 miles
Reading date
Miles last year360
Average per year19,775
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SM05 NDL 47k68k89k110k130k '08'12'11

Check SM05 NDL

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage130,490 miles
Since last MOT+360 miles
FAIL
Mileage130,130 miles
Since last MOT+23,939 miles
PASS
Mileage106,191 miles
Since last MOT+508 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,683 miles
Since last MOT+26,990 miles
PASS
Mileage78,693 miles
Since last MOT+5,925 miles
PASS
Mileage72,768 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,768 miles
Since last MOT+25,332 miles
PASS
Mileage47,436 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 NDL
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 NDL

What car is SM05 NDL?

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

What is the mileage of SM05 NDL?

The last recorded mileage for SM05 NDL was 130,490 miles, recorded on 11 Jul 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SM05 NDL passed its MOT?

SM05 NDL has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 11 Jul 2012.

Is SM05 NDL ULEZ compliant?

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

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