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AU55 VTP

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

116,736 mi
Last recorded116,736 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 VTP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2018 116,736 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 20 Mar 2018 116,736 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 1 Apr 2017 111,319 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 111,312 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 17 Feb 2016 100,762 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2015 90,003 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Feb 2014 78,623 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Feb 2013 66,512 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2012 54,833 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2010 54,257 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s/r tyre wall cracking

Fail 18 Nov 2010 54,255 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s/r tyre wall cracking

Pass 21 Aug 2009 42,269 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2008 31,074 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 VTP is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 VTP, 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 VTP registered?

AU55 VTP is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is AU55 VTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU55 VTP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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