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AF05 KNH

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

147,343 mi
Last recorded147,343 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 KNH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2025 147,343 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear seats missing at time of test

Underbody and suspension components corroded

Pass 20 Jul 2021 146,991 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases 2X minor leaks in exhaust system (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill/arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 20 Jul 2021 146,991 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases 2X minor leaks in exhaust system (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill/arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 20 Mar 2018 137,781 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 130,354 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 11 Mar 2017 130,091 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Mar 2016 118,867 miles

knock in steering rack

Fail 12 Mar 2016 118,653 miles

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear exhaust heat shield loose

knock in steering rack

Pass 17 Mar 2015 108,508 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

front tyres on 3mm

Pass 12 Mar 2014 96,898 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

n/s/r tyre scalloped on inside edge

Pass 9 Mar 2013 84,791 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 13 Mar 2012 73,286 miles

slight knock on steering rack

Fail 15 Mar 2011 63,424 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 15 Mar 2011 63,424 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)

Fail 4 Mar 2010 50,161 miles

Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 4 Mar 2010 50,161 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2009 37,750 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 27,353 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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AF05 KNH is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 AF05 KNH, 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 AF05 KNH registered?

AF05 KNH is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 5 March 2005.

Is AF05 KNH safe to buy?

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