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AJ05 DZS

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2015
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

154,575 mi
Last recorded154,575 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2014
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 DZS
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2014 154,575 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 137,070 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2012 133,740 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 130,032 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2011 130,032 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 7 May 2010 115,068 miles

offside & nearside front tyre inner walls slightly cracking

Fail 7 May 2010 115,068 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

offside & nearside front tyre inner walls slightly cracking

Fail 8 May 2009 90,346 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

Pass 8 May 2009 90,346 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 65,089 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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AJ05 DZS is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 AJ05 DZS, 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 AJ05 DZS registered?

AJ05 DZS is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 10 May 2005.

Is AJ05 DZS safe to buy?

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