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SW05 DLZ

2005 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Black Registered in Aberdeen, Scotland · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourBlack
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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 117,003 miles on the clock, averaging 8,151 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDCi engine is known for turbocharger and egr valve.

MOT & Mileage History for SW05 DLZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
117,003
Last Mileage
Recorded
12
Total Tests
Since 2008
75%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 12 tests on record
8,151

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading117,003 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,151
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SW05 DLZ 53k69k85k101k117k '08'16'12

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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record

PASS
Mileage117,003 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,003 miles
Since last MOT+13,705 miles
PASS
Mileage103,298 miles
Since last MOT+6,109 miles
PASS
Mileage97,189 miles
Since last MOT+2,673 miles
PASS
Mileage94,516 miles
Since last MOT+2,968 miles
PASS
Mileage91,548 miles
Since last MOT+8,867 miles
PASS
Mileage82,681 miles
Since last MOT+5,156 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,525 miles
Since last MOT+9,450 miles
PASS
Mileage68,075 miles
Since last MOT+12,687 miles
PASS
Mileage55,388 miles
Since last MOT+2,771 miles
PASS
Mileage52,617 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage52,617 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

RegistrationSW05 DLZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeSW — Aberdeen, Scotland
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About SW05 DLZ

What car is SW05 DLZ?

SW05 DLZ is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2005.

What is the mileage of SW05 DLZ?

The last recorded mileage for SW05 DLZ was 117,003 miles, recorded on 14 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SW05 DLZ passed its MOT?

SW05 DLZ has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 14 Jun 2016.

Is SW05 DLZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW05 DLZ 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 SW05 DLZ?

SW05 DLZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.