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AJ55 MXS

2005 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

45,574 mi
Last recorded45,574 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ55 MXS
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 45,574 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2025 45,574 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2024 45,046 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 44,285 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2023 44,285 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 42,988 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2021 42,230 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 41,357 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2019 40,427 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 38,929 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2018 38,929 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 37,292 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2016 35,355 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 33,433 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 31,402 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 29,327 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 27,239 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2012 27,239 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2011 25,350 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 22,302 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 18,714 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 15,051 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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AJ55 MXS is a 2005 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 MXS, 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 AJ55 MXS registered?

AJ55 MXS is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 23 November 2005.

Is AJ55 MXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ55 MXS shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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