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AV05 ZWE

2005 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

142,879 mi
Last recorded142,879 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV05 ZWE
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2019 142,879 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 131,520 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 24 Feb 2018 131,520 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 25 Jan 2017 121,603 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 116,946 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2016 116,946 miles

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

Fail 28 Jan 2015 110,111 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 110,111 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2014 102,777 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2014 102,777 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 96,106 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 88,391 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 81,362 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2010 73,479 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2010 73,479 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2009 68,237 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 63,113 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 63,113 miles

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

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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AV05 ZWE is a 2005 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AV05 ZWE, 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.

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What year was AV05 ZWE registered?

AV05 ZWE is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 17 May 2005.

Is AV05 ZWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV05 ZWE shows 18 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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