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AD05 OFJ

2005 Ford Focus

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

86,569 mi
Last recorded86,569 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 OFJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2023 86,569 miles

EML on

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

Nearside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wing corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Rear bumper/body damage

Pass 8 Dec 2022 84,383 miles

Accident damage to nearside rear. Quarter and bumper

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

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

Fail 8 Dec 2022 84,383 miles

Accident damage to nearside rear. Quarter and bumper

Parking brake inoperative on one side Both Sides (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake inoperative on one side Both Sides (1.4.1 (a))

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

Stop lamp(s) not working Eye level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both Sides Frozen (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both Sides torn (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 81,044 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Body damage. No sharp edges

Nearside Rear Lower Reverse lamp inop

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

Pass 27 Jan 2021 80,059 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Reverse lamp inop

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

Pass 8 Jan 2020 79,806 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Jan 2019 76,838 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on the inner edge

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 8 Jan 2018 71,451 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 68,566 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2016 64,364 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 58,719 miles

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

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

both rear tyres worn close to the 2mm wear bars

Fail 12 Dec 2014 58,719 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear tyres worn close to the 2mm wear bars

Pass 3 Jan 2014 55,152 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2013 55,148 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2012 51,809 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 46,898 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 44,301 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 36,211 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 29,427 miles

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)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 22,332 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 OFJ is a 2005 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 OFJ, 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 OFJ registered?

AD05 OFJ is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 21 July 2005.

Is AD05 OFJ safe to buy?

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