The road tax status for SH05 BWM is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for SH05 BWM?

The MOT for SH05 BWM is valid and due for renewal on or before 27 November 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of SH05 BWM?

The recorded mileage for SH05 BWM is 151,262 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is SH05 BWM ULEZ compliant?

No, SH05 BWM does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2005 Ford Focus 1.6L Petrol · SH05 BWM

SH05 BWM

2005 Ford Focus (1.6L, petrol). First registered 27/04/2005. Recorded mileage 151,262 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: FORD FOCUS
Year / Origin: 2005 · Glasgow
MOT Status: Valid until 27/11/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 151,262 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 27/11/2025

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Mileage: 151,262 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2005
Engine: 1596cc

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SH05 BWM Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 27/11/2024
151,262 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
14 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (23 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ 2 dangerous defects found recently

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SH05 BWM Mileage History

25/11/2021144,012 mi
25/11/2022146,108 mi+2,096 mi
25/11/2023148,686 mi+2,578 mi
28/11/2023148,699 mi+13 mi
27/11/2024151,262 mi+2,563 mi

Average of roughly 2,412 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SH05 BWM MOT History

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MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Ford Focus (SH05 BWM) between November 2021 and November 2024.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 27 November 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (23 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 43 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.

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