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AD05 DCF

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

141,299 mi
Last recorded141,299 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 DCF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2022 141,299 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2021 129,049 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 118,770 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 107,555 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2019 107,555 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 92,707 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 78,215 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 65,056 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 52,441 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 46,528 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 25 Jul 2013 40,160 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 36,511 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 31,369 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 15 Jul 2010 26,718 miles

Offside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2009 22,666 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 17,419 miles

both front tyres worn on inner edges

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 DCF is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 DCF, 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 AD05 DCF registered?

AD05 DCF is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 5 August 2005.

Is AD05 DCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 DCF shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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