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AO55 KDX

2005 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

80,147 mi
Last recorded80,147 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO55 KDX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2017 80,147 miles

Central Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 17 Aug 2016 60,755 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 17 Aug 2016 60,755 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure broken (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 7 Aug 2015 51,665 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 24 Sep 2014 49,922 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Engine fault light on

Heavy oil leaks

Hubcaps fitted wheel retainers not checked

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Sep 2014 49,922 miles

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

Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Engine fault light on

Heavy oil leaks

Hubcaps fitted wheel retainers not checked

N/S/F Tyre split on side wall close to cords

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Sep 2013 46,904 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Hubcaps fitted wheel retainers not checked

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Sep 2013 46,902 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Hubcaps fitted wheel retainers not checked

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Sep 2012 44,166 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake application becoming uneven

Hubcaps fitted wheel retainers not checked

Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Sep 2012 44,166 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake application becoming uneven

Hubcaps fitted wheel retainers not checked

Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Sep 2011 40,718 miles

nail in nearside rear tyre tread

offside and nearside front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 22 Sep 2010 37,522 miles

Covers fitteed above and below vehicle

Hubcaps fitted wheel nuts not checked

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

Rear tyres starting to perish on walls

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

Pass 25 Sep 2009 34,002 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 34,001 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

front and rear brake discs starting to become worn and lipped

front tyres feathering on inner edges

inspection covers fitted above and below vehicle

n/s/r tyre going pout of shape

o/s/f tyre has cut in outer edge close to cord construction

o/s/r tyre feathering on outer edge

Pass 26 Sep 2008 29,563 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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AO55 KDX is a 2005 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AO55 KDX, 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 AO55 KDX registered?

AO55 KDX is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is AO55 KDX safe to buy?

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