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SW05 NLJ

2005 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Red Registered in Aberdeen, Scotland · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1560cc
ColourRed
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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 12 (45% pass rate). It has 196,569 miles on the clock, averaging 15,440 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 SW05 NLJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
196,569
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2008
45%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 12 failed

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

12

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
15,440

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading196,569 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year15,440
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for SW05 NLJ 23k67k110k153k197k '08'19'16

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage196,569 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage196,567 miles
Since last MOT+14,334 miles
PASS
Mileage182,233 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage182,233 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage182,232 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage182,217 miles
Since last MOT+36 miles
FAIL
Mileage182,181 miles
Since last MOT+13,842 miles
PASS
Mileage168,339 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage168,337 miles
Since last MOT+15,240 miles
PASS
Mileage153,097 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage153,097 miles
Since last MOT+16,526 miles
FAIL
Mileage136,571 miles
Since last MOT+4,227 miles
PASS
Mileage132,344 miles
Since last MOT+18,866 miles
PASS
Mileage113,478 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage113,478 miles
Since last MOT+15,604 miles
PASS
Mileage97,874 miles
Since last MOT+194 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,680 miles
Since last MOT+17,456 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,224 miles
Since last MOT+20,897 miles
PASS
Mileage59,327 miles
Since last MOT+100 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,227 miles
Since last MOT+17,160 miles
PASS
Mileage42,067 miles
Since last MOT+18,571 miles
PASS
Mileage23,496 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 NLJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeSW — Aberdeen, Scotland
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About SW05 NLJ

What car is SW05 NLJ?

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

What is the mileage of SW05 NLJ?

The last recorded mileage for SW05 NLJ was 196,569 miles, recorded on 16 Jul 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SW05 NLJ passed its MOT?

SW05 NLJ has had 22 MOT tests with a 45% pass rate (10 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 16 Jul 2019.

Is SW05 NLJ ULEZ compliant?

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

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