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AV55 HSZ

2005 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

129,738 mi
Last recorded129,738 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 HSZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2018 129,738 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Feb 2018 129,738 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2017 119,419 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 106,958 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 8 Feb 2016 106,958 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 18 Dec 2014 96,783 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 79,545 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 62,428 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Dec 2011 51,861 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2010 46,416 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2009 41,352 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2009 41,352 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

front number pkate slight crack around screw area ??

rear brake disc's started to corrode inner surface edges !!!

rear brake pad linning approx 95% worn low !!!

Pass 22 Dec 2008 35,615 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 22 Dec 2008 35,615 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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AV55 HSZ is a 2005 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 AV55 HSZ, 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 AV55 HSZ registered?

AV55 HSZ is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 3 November 2005.

Is AV55 HSZ safe to buy?

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