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AU05 NKX

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2025
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

87,943 mi
Last recorded87,943 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2024
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 NKX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2024 87,943 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 7 Sep 2024 87,942 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2023 77,418 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 71,048 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nsr & osr ()

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 May 2021 66,407 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2020 64,443 miles
Fail 13 May 2020 64,443 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 63,491 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2019 63,491 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 12 Mar 2018 62,425 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Fail 12 Mar 2018 62,425 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2017 59,916 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Mar 2017 59,916 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 56,851 miles

Item moved out of drivers view prior to inspection

Fail 11 Mar 2016 56,851 miles

Item moved out of drivers view prior to inspection

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Feb 2015 53,302 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 20 Feb 2015 53,302 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 12 Mar 2014 49,473 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 49,473 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2013 45,732 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 40,172 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2010 32,880 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2010 32,880 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 26,107 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 17,942 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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AU05 NKX is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AU05 NKX, 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 AU05 NKX registered?

AU05 NKX is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 22 July 2005.

Is AU05 NKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 NKX shows 25 tests with a 64% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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