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AU55 DYP

2005 Ford Focus

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

168,005 mi
Last recorded168,005 miles
Recorded on5 Apr 2014
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 DYP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Apr 2014 168,005 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 155,349 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2012 140,337 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 140,337 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2010 126,541 miles

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

inner edge of offside rear tyre worn

temporary nearside no plate lamp fitted

Fail 22 Dec 2010 126,541 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

inner edge of offside rear tyre worn

Pass 29 Oct 2009 102,393 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

advise offside front tyre has low pressure

advise oil leak

Pass 4 Nov 2008 84,438 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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AU55 DYP is a 2005 Ford Focus in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AU55 DYP, 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 AU55 DYP registered?

AU55 DYP is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 18 October 2005.

Is AU55 DYP safe to buy?

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