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AJ55 MHF

2005 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

163,485 mi
Last recorded163,485 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 MHF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2016 163,485 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 153,818 miles

front tyres inner shoulders balding

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Nov 2014 143,210 miles

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 20 Nov 2013 133,904 miles

front tyres inner shoulders worn

Fail 6 Dec 2012 128,662 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 128,662 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 112,929 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 11 Dec 2010 96,106 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 Dec 2009 77,191 miles

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

Fail 5 Dec 2009 77,191 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2008 55,287 miles

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)

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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AJ55 MHF is a 2005 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 AJ55 MHF, 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 AJ55 MHF registered?

AJ55 MHF is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 7 December 2005.

Is AJ55 MHF safe to buy?

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