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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 79,721 miles on the clock, averaging 7,071 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 SM05 VLK
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 | 79,721 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 7,071 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | SM05 VLK |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1999cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SM05 VLK
What car is SM05 VLK?
SM05 VLK is an black Ford Focus, petrol (1999cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SM05 VLK?
The last recorded mileage for SM05 VLK was 79,721 miles, recorded on 19 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM05 VLK passed its MOT?
SM05 VLK has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 19 May 2017.
Is SM05 VLK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM05 VLK 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 SM05 VLK?
SM05 VLK is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.