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A3 DXE

2005 Ford Focus

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

99,787 mi
Last recorded99,787 miles
Recorded on27 May 2009
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Ford
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 DXE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 27 May 2009 99,787 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 99,735 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Oct 2008 94,490 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 82,304 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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A3 DXE is a 2005 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 A3 DXE, 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

How do I check the history of A3 DXE?

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What year was A3 DXE registered?

A3 DXE is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 9 March 2005.

Is A3 DXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 DXE shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A3 DXE have outstanding finance?

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