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AK05 OTP

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

103,377 mi
Last recorded103,377 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 OTP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 103,377 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 93,090 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2023 91,623 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2022 88,041 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 78,940 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 72,905 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2020 72,905 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 70,513 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front wing corroded

Offside Front wing corroded

Pass 27 Nov 2018 68,917 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2017 67,290 miles

Engine management warning light on

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test folded down ()

Pass 22 Nov 2016 62,464 miles

front brake discs worn and corroded

Pass 25 Nov 2015 51,531 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2014 39,983 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 39,114 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2014 39,114 miles

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Fail 16 Jul 2013 36,392 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jul 2013 36,392 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 34,130 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 31,529 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 28,215 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2009 24,549 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 19,515 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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AK05 OTP is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 AK05 OTP, 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 AK05 OTP registered?

AK05 OTP is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 15 July 2005.

Is AK05 OTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 OTP shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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