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AP05 KJU

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

128,046 mi
Last recorded128,046 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP05 KJU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2018 128,046 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 120,089 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH REAR BUSHES (2.4.G.2)

OIL LEAK

Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint BOTH REAR (2.4.G.2)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit BOTH REAR (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 106,868 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 98,348 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 91,659 miles

N/S/F Tyre wearing inner edge

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

Pass 6 Jul 2013 83,381 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 70,781 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 30 Jun 2012 70,402 miles

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

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 2 Jul 2011 57,714 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 44,897 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2010 44,827 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2009 30,561 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 21,129 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 KJU is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 KJU, 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 KJU registered?

AP05 KJU is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 28 June 2005.

Is AP05 KJU safe to buy?

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