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AP05 MKC

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,160 mi
Last recorded98,160 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2017 98,160 miles

Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both Rear bushes (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 8 Oct 2016 95,568 miles

Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both rear bushes (2.5.A.1c)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

Fail 8 Oct 2016 95,568 miles

Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush both rear bushes (2.5.A.1c)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)

obligatory indirect vision device seriously damaged affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 90,311 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Child seat fitted not allowing full check of seat belt

Fail 11 Sep 2015 90,311 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Child seat fitted not allowing full check of seat belt

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 82,301 miles

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

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

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

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

exhaust flexi joints weak

Pass 13 Sep 2013 73,750 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

both rear tyres at 3mm

Pass 14 Sep 2012 64,159 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 58,816 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 53,750 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 41,916 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 21,891 miles

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

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 MKC is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 MKC, 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.

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What year was AP05 MKC registered?

AP05 MKC is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is AP05 MKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP05 MKC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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