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AP05 DFO

2005 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

158,297 mi
Last recorded158,297 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2016
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP05 DFO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2016 158,297 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 20 Apr 2015 151,224 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 141,121 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 141,121 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 135,155 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2012 122,857 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 115,999 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 78,949 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 78,946 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

1. slight damage to windscreen. 2. o/s rear tyre wearing on inside edge.

Pass 26 Jun 2008 59,645 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2008 59,643 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

1.slight damage to front windscreen

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 DFO is a 2005 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2005 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 74,404 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 AP05 DFO, 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 AP05 DFO registered?

AP05 DFO is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 23 June 2005.

Is AP05 DFO safe to buy?

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