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AD05 CZU

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

83,762 mi
Last recorded83,762 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 CZU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 83,762 miles

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

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Multiple components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Multiple areas front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Multiple components showing signs of advanced corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside and Offside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2026 83,762 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Multiple components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Multiple areas front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside and Offside (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Multiple components showing signs of advanced corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside and Offside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2025 83,113 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

multiple suspension parts corroded

Fail 19 Jun 2025 83,113 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

multiple suspension parts corroded

Pass 2 Jul 2024 80,765 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear subframe and multiple suspension arms corroded

Fail 2 Jul 2024 80,765 miles

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear subframe and multiple suspension arms corroded

Pass 28 Jun 2023 76,501 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2022 71,425 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2021 65,054 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 62,643 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Jul 2020 62,643 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 May 2019 60,437 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 May 2018 57,329 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 54,346 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 54,345 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush nsf lower arm rear bush excessive play. (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush osf lower arm rear bush excessive play. (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 May 2016 52,851 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 12 May 2016 52,847 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Rear EXHAUST MOUNTS CORRODED.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 May 2015 49,379 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 May 2014 47,068 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 43,929 miles

both rear tyre outer treads cracked & perished

hand brake effiencey poor

minor deterioration o/s trailing arm bush

minor greese seapage o/sinner cv boot clip

n/s/r tyre tread nearing test limit

Pass 26 Apr 2012 35,862 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 29,275 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 21,741 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 13,857 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 8,041 miles

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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AD05 CZU is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 AD05 CZU, 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.

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What year was AD05 CZU registered?

AD05 CZU is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 26 July 2005.

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