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AK05 UVU

2005 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

99,307 mi
Last recorded99,307 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 UVU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2019 99,307 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 93,948 miles

Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush both (2.5.B.2b)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 86,697 miles

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

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

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 78,804 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 66,742 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)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 62,846 miles

Few minor chips in windscreen

Front suspension arm bushes perished & have minimum movement

Rear tyres heavily perished

Pass 16 Mar 2013 58,307 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 54,731 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Mar 2011 53,287 miles

N/S inner CV gaiter leaking grease

N/S/R tyre worn to aprox 3mm

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

O/S inner CV gaiter leaking grease

O/S/R tyre worn to aprox 3mm

Pass 30 Mar 2011 53,287 miles

N/S inner CV gaiter leaking grease

N/S/R tyre worn to aprox 3mm

O/S inner CV gaiter leaking grease

O/S/R tyre worn to aprox 3mm

Pass 5 Mar 2010 44,167 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 36,212 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 36,212 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2008 25,535 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 UVU is a 2005 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 UVU, 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 UVU registered?

AK05 UVU is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is AK05 UVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK05 UVU shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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