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AJ05 NJU

2005 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

132,561 mi
Last recorded132,561 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2023
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ05 NJU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2023 132,561 miles

Both front wishbone - rear bushes worn.

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre smooth on inner edge.

Fail 10 Dec 2023 132,549 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Both front wishbone - rear bushes worn.

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre smooth on inner edge.

Pass 10 Dec 2022 125,545 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2021 122,216 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Dec 2021 122,210 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit limit 0.51 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2020 121,863 miles

Both rear shock absorbers out sleeve corroded

Fail 10 Dec 2020 121,863 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened (7.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both rear shock absorbers out sleeve corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Reversing light not working

Pass 12 Jun 2019 117,323 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2019 117,323 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 109,606 miles

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2018 109,603 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not functioning at all (4.10 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

exhaust heat shield insecure

Fail 23 May 2018 109,544 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure mounting corroded and no longer supporting the tail pipe (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 9 May 2017 107,837 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

rear tyres slightly featherd

Pass 31 May 2016 104,840 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 97,425 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2014 97,409 miles

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 22 Nov 2013 92,256 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 85,575 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 78,095 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 70,112 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 63,551 miles

rear number plate deteriorated slightly

Pass 4 Aug 2008 49,839 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 NJU is a 2005 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 NJU, 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 AJ05 NJU registered?

AJ05 NJU is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is AJ05 NJU safe to buy?

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