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A14 DTH

2005 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

36,095 mi
Last recorded36,095 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 DTH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 36,095 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front door mirror cover missing

boot lid struts worn

drivers door lock worn

Pass 16 Dec 2024 31,857 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 26,280 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2023 26,271 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2022 25,188 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2021 24,171 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 23,343 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 22,278 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 21,347 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 20,596 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 19,690 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 18,611 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 17,765 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 16,929 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2014 16,929 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jan 2013 15,886 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 14,479 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 12,824 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 11,308 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 9,910 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 8,248 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2008 8,248 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

How Reliable is the Ford Focus?

Based on 28,316,889 MOT tests across 2,072,617 vehicles.

73.8%
Pass Rate
6,500
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
2,072,617
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,055,468
Stop lamp not working 415,965
Brake pipe excessively corroded 379,900
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 375,019
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 359,770
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A14 DTH is a 2005 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2005 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 74,404 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Focus fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,055,468 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A14 DTH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Focus typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 21 years old, this Ford Focus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A14 DTH registered?

A14 DTH is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 25 January 2005.

Is A14 DTH safe to buy?

The MOT history for A14 DTH shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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