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AP05 AML

2020 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

92,540 mi
Last recorded92,540 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 2020 Ford Focus32,708 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP05 AML
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2020
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2025 92,540 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 85,030 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2024 85,030 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2024 66,374 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 36,743 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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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AP05 AML is a 2020 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2020 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.1% with a typical mileage of 32,708 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 AP05 AML, 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 6 years old, this Ford Focus is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AP05 AML?

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What year was AP05 AML registered?

AP05 AML is a 2020 Ford Focus, first registered on 4 March 2020.

Is AP05 AML safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP05 AML shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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