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AP05 DSX

2005 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

92,009 mi
Last recorded92,009 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP05 DSX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2019 92,009 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 86,512 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 81,949 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 76,476 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 71,552 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 65,687 miles

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

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 7 Oct 2013 61,347 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 10 Oct 2012 54,392 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 54,392 miles

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 8 Oct 2011 48,469 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 40,585 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2010 40,549 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2009 31,801 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2008 24,853 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 17,148 miles

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

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

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 DSX is a 2005 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 AP05 DSX, 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 DSX registered?

AP05 DSX is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is AP05 DSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP05 DSX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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