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AK05 USF

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

89,317 mi
Last recorded89,317 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 USF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 89,317 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2024 87,773 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Nov 2024 87,773 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 86,210 miles

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 84,587 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2022 84,587 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2021 82,802 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 81,503 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Including Rear Lower Suspension Arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2019 80,328 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2019 80,328 miles

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 77,569 miles

front tyres slightly worn on outer edges

Pass 24 Nov 2017 74,372 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 30 Nov 2016 71,407 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 67,277 miles

Nearside Front nail in tyer

Fail 26 Nov 2014 63,389 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge.

Pass 26 Nov 2014 63,389 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge.

Pass 25 Nov 2013 59,003 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 55,004 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2012 55,004 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 51,013 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 51,013 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2010 45,598 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

O/S/R tyre has slight cracking of tread

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Dec 2009 39,867 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 24,200 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 21,176 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 USF is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 USF, 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 AK05 USF registered?

AK05 USF is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 10 June 2005.

Is AK05 USF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 USF shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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