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AP05 DSZ

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

80,896 mi
Last recorded80,896 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP05 DSZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 80,896 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 76,020 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 70,531 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2023 70,529 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 66,909 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 62,782 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2021 62,780 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Pass 3 Jun 2021 61,344 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2021 61,341 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2020 57,928 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 56,443 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 54,255 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 13 Jun 2017 52,337 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 40,955 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 46,991 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

bothside rear tyres perished

Pass 6 Jun 2014 45,062 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Jun 2013 43,345 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Jun 2012 40,635 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Jun 2011 38,267 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 36,339 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 33,916 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 30,767 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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AP05 DSZ is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 DSZ, 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 DSZ registered?

AP05 DSZ is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 6 June 2005.

Is AP05 DSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP05 DSZ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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