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AU05 SZF

2005 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

99,510 mi
Last recorded99,510 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2020
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 SZF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2020 99,510 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2019 88,183 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 80,127 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 75,718 miles

brake pipes slightly corroded

trailing arm bushes deteriorated

Fail 2 Sep 2017 75,718 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

brake pipes slightly corroded

trailing arm bushes deteriorated

Pass 25 Aug 2016 67,493 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 61,483 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 57,454 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 53,418 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

nearside inner cv boot leaking grease fron clip

rear heat shield insecure

Fail 3 Sep 2013 53,418 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

nearside inner cv boot leaking grease fron clip

rear heat shield insecure

Pass 11 Sep 2012 49,041 miles

Rear Bonded suspension unit damaged but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 44,615 miles

front brakes imbalanced just inside limits

rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 27 Aug 2010 39,823 miles

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

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

rear numberplate starting to deteriorate

Pass 1 Sep 2009 36,815 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 34,105 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 33,616 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 SZF is a 2005 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AU05 SZF, 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 SZF registered?

AU05 SZF is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is AU05 SZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 SZF shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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