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AE05 XYC

2005 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2020
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

97,986 mi
Last recorded97,986 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE05 XYC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 22 Mar 2019 97,986 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at joint. (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread has small damage. (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush at rear of arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and has poor outer sidewall. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front brake disc is discoloured slightly.

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush at rear of arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on outer sidewall.(small) (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front brake disc is discoloured slightly.

Offside Oil leak, but not excessive top of engine and timing belt cover side too. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view 2 small chips. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 96,693 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2017 93,518 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

bonnet catch faulty

Pass 14 Mar 2016 86,688 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 81,436 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 78,737 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 74,717 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 69,042 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 61,628 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 54,200 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 44,911 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 34,839 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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AE05 XYC is a 2005 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AE05 XYC, 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 AE05 XYC registered?

AE05 XYC is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is AE05 XYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE05 XYC shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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