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AD05 OJZ

2005 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

159,582 mi
Last recorded159,582 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD05 OJZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2017 159,582 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2017 159,582 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2016 149,227 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 29 Apr 2015 137,791 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 29 Apr 2015 137,791 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 28 Apr 2014 123,803 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Apr 2014 123,803 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 108,200 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 94,759 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2011 82,086 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 68,561 miles

front brake discs have corrosion on inner face but doesnt affect brakig effiency

Pass 9 Jun 2009 55,886 miles

front tyres worn to 0mm on inner edges.advise tyres and tracking to be checked

Fail 9 Jun 2009 55,886 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

front tyres worn to 0mm on inner edges.advise tyres and tracking to be checked

Pass 25 Jun 2008 42,635 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 OJZ is a 2005 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OJZ, 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 OJZ registered?

AD05 OJZ is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 15 July 2005.

Is AD05 OJZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD05 OJZ shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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