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AF55 JNV

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

120,796 mi
Last recorded120,796 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 JNV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2016 120,796 miles

both rear shock absorbers corroded

excessive vibration from fly wheel area

front discs worn

suspension bushes starting to perish

Pass 5 Aug 2015 111,126 miles

Front tyres slightly cracking in tread

Heavy vibration from engine during acceleration

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Strongly advise that rear trailing arm bushes be replaced before next test

Fail 29 Jul 2015 111,126 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front tyres slightly cracking in tread

Heavy vibration from engine during acceleration

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Strongly advise rear trailing arm bushes be replaced before next test

Pass 30 Jul 2014 97,086 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

exhaust center box falling apart

exhaust rear mounting close to failure

near side front disc very rusty

Pass 18 Feb 2014 92,631 miles

Corrosion in Front Brake Discs

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Fail 14 Feb 2014 92,631 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Corrosion in Front Brake Discs

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Rear Brake Discs scored

Pass 18 Apr 2013 83,787 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 83,787 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2012 78,159 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2012 78,159 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 61,771 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 50,363 miles

Both rear axle bushes, split but movement not considered excessive

n/s/f tyre on 3mm- also wearing thin on the inside edge

n/s/r wheel inner rim dented

o/s/f tyre on 3.5mm- also worn bold on the inner edge

Pass 11 Sep 2009 40,641 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 30,270 miles

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

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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AF55 JNV is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue 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 AF55 JNV, 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 AF55 JNV registered?

AF55 JNV is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is AF55 JNV safe to buy?

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