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AU55 XZL

2005 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

50,183 mi
Last recorded50,183 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU55 XZL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 50,183 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Wing corroded at bottom but secure

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2025 48,328 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Wing corroded at bottom but secure.

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring incorrectly seated in lower arm

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 7 Jul 2025 48,328 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Wing corroded at bottom but secure.

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring incorrectly seated in lower arm

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2024 45,169 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2023 40,852 miles

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

Fail 25 Jul 2023 40,485 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2022 38,064 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 33,841 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 33,129 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 32,901 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Nail in tyre

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 32,426 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

both rear tyres cracked

Pass 28 Jun 2017 32,211 miles

both rear tyres cracked in treaded area

Pass 5 Jul 2016 31,780 miles

water leak from thermostat housing

Fail 1 Jul 2016 31,791 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

water leak from thermostat housing

Pass 31 Jul 2015 31,565 miles

both rear tyres cracked

Fail 27 Jul 2015 31,557 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

both rear tyres cracked

Pass 8 Jul 2014 30,916 miles

front tyres edges worn

rear tyres edges worn

Fail 8 Jul 2014 30,916 miles

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

front tyres edges worn

rear tyres edges worn

Fail 5 Jul 2013 30,403 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Jul 2013 30,403 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 28,826 miles

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

rear tyres perished

Pass 27 Jun 2011 27,342 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 25,699 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 23,949 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 22,635 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 XZL is a 2005 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 XZL, 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 XZL registered?

AU55 XZL is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is AU55 XZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU55 XZL shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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