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AF55 YWL

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi
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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside lower arms inner rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of vehicle has aged related corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and all attached suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2024

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside lower arms inner rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of vehicle has age related corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and all attached components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2023

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside lower arm inner rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of vehicle has age related corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced and all attached components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2022

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside at rear of vehicle has age related corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside front lower arm inner rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2021

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside front lower arms inner rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2020

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside fronts;inner rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2019

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

Pass 6 Sep 2018 97,766 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2017 94,705 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 92,366 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 90,198 miles

bonnet very difficult to open

Pass 29 Aug 2014 88,939 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2013 87,117 miles

o/s/r tyre has some wear on iner edge

Fail 5 Sep 2013 87,117 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

offside rear tyre has some wear on the inner edge

Pass 23 Aug 2012 84,049 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2011 81,298 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 30 Aug 2011 81,298 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 13 Aug 2010 76,841 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 76,838 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Sep 2009 64,024 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 49,504 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 YWL is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 AF55 YWL, 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 AF55 YWL registered?

AF55 YWL is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 7 September 2005.

Is AF55 YWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF55 YWL shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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