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SY55 XJP

2005 Ford Focus · Diesel · 1560cc

Black Registered in Inverness, 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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 161,564 miles on the clock, averaging 6,687 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 SY55 XJP

MOT Status
Due date passed
161,564
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2009
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
6,687

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading161,564 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year6,687
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SY55 XJP 95k111k128k145k162k '09'19'15

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage161,564 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage161,563 miles
Since last MOT+9,145 miles
PASS
Mileage152,418 miles
Since last MOT+52 miles
FAIL
Mileage152,366 miles
Since last MOT+8,835 miles
PASS
Mileage143,531 miles
Since last MOT+3,123 miles
PASS
Mileage140,408 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage140,408 miles
Since last MOT+53 miles
FAIL
Mileage140,355 miles
Since last MOT+2,421 miles
PASS
Mileage137,934 miles
Since last MOT+3,197 miles
PASS
Mileage134,737 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage134,736 miles
Since last MOT+3,192 miles
PASS
Mileage131,544 miles
Since last MOT+5,445 miles
PASS
Mileage126,099 miles
Since last MOT+6,723 miles
PASS
Mileage119,376 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,374 miles
Since last MOT+13,687 miles
PASS
Mileage105,687 miles
Since last MOT+10,893 miles
PASS
Mileage94,794 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

RegistrationSY55 XJP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1560cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeSY — Inverness, Scotland
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About SY55 XJP

What car is SY55 XJP?

SY55 XJP is an black Ford Focus, diesel (1560cc). First registered in Inverness in 2005.

What is the mileage of SY55 XJP?

The last recorded mileage for SY55 XJP was 161,564 miles, recorded on 17 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SY55 XJP passed its MOT?

SY55 XJP has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 17 May 2019.

Is SY55 XJP ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY55 XJP 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 SY55 XJP?

SY55 XJP is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.