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AF05 NLX

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

123,274 mi
Last recorded123,274 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF05 NLX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2020 123,274 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 118,497 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2019 105,649 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 103,475 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 12 Mar 2018 103,471 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 7 Feb 2017 98,896 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules near side front and off side front (3.6.B.4e)

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Jan 2016 94,186 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2016 94,186 miles

Headlamp aim too low both lamps (1.8)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 77,662 miles

rear tyres wearing low and little tread on inner edges

Fail 20 Feb 2015 77,659 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Oil leak

exhaust heat shield loose

front tyres wearing low and little tread on inner edges

rear wiper blade split

Pass 26 Feb 2014 67,770 miles

rear tyres wearing low and uneven on inner edges

Pass 11 Feb 2013 54,991 miles

both front lower wisbone rear bushes starting to split

Pass 17 Feb 2012 43,272 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2012 43,272 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 36,483 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 29,931 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 22,633 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 15,029 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 NLX is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 AF05 NLX, 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

How do I check the history of AF05 NLX?

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What year was AF05 NLX registered?

AF05 NLX is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is AF05 NLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF05 NLX shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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