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AD05 HCU

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

115,171 mi
Last recorded115,171 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 HCU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2018 115,171 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front (2.4.G.2)

Fail 9 Apr 2018 115,171 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides front (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2017 113,000 miles

both front brake discs worn

both front tyres very low tread worn on edges

both front wishbone rear bushes worn

exhaust silencer deteriorated

n/s rear tyre low tread badly worn inner edge strong advise

o/s rear tyre getting low in tread and cracking in treads

rear exhaust heat shield insecure

slight play in n/s rear wheel bearing

windscreen washers poor

Pass 15 Jan 2016 108,679 miles

Centre Exhaust box corroded & heat shield insecure.

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

Pass 15 Jan 2015 103,662 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front wishbone rear bushes have slight wear

Pass 11 Aug 2014 103,628 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front wishbone rear bushes worn

both rear tyres getting low in tread worn on edges and cracking

exhaust heat shield insecure

rear brake pads starting to get low

rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

slight bind both front hubs

Pass 13 Jun 2013 95,386 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 84,431 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 7 Jul 2011 74,908 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 74,908 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 57,275 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

front discs slight worn

rear discs slightley worn

Pass 1 Jul 2009 39,152 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 23,483 miles

advise engine under fitted

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 HCU is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 HCU, 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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AD05 HCU is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 12 July 2005.

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