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AF55 PUO

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2019
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

138,137 mi
Last recorded138,137 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF55 PUO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2018 138,137 miles

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

Fail 14 Nov 2018 138,134 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Nov 2017 129,076 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2017 129,020 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2016 120,480 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2016 120,479 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

OIL LEAK FROM ENGINE

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 117,670 miles

Centre exhaust heat shield insecure

Engine and under body covers fitted at time of testing

Engine covered in oil

Engine noise possible loose cambelt will require repair before emissions test is done

Front discs slightly ridged

Front pads low nearside is worn more

Nearside front wheel is slightly distorted

Nearside rear wheel has a slightly bent inner rim

Fail 18 Sep 2015 117,670 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Centre exhaust heat shield insecure

EMISSIONS NOT TESTED DUE TO NOISE FROM ENGINE / CAMBELT AREA

Engine and under body covers fitted at time of testing

Engine covered in oil

Engine noise possible loose cambelt will require repair before emissions test is done

Front discs slightly ridged

Front pads low nearside is worn more

Nearside front wheel is slightly distorted

Nearside rear wheel has a slightly bent inner rim

Pass 11 Sep 2014 108,928 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 108,829 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Sep 2013 99,711 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2013 99,711 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2012 90,815 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 82,757 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Aug 2010 75,386 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 20 Aug 2009 67,330 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 48,032 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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AF55 PUO is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 PUO, 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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AF55 PUO is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 September 2005.

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