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AV55 SXN

2005 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2021
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

143,317 mi
Last recorded143,317 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2020
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 SXN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2020 143,317 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 137,477 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 128,985 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Silencer outer skin deterated

Traction control light on

Fail 23 Apr 2018 128,985 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint Link rod (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear rear brake binding Both sides (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Silencer outer skin deterated

Traction control light on

Pass 26 Apr 2017 121,834 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Traction control lamp on

Under side of vehicle generally corrodded

Fail 25 Apr 2017 121,834 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Traction control lamp on

Under side of vehicle generally corrodded

Pass 9 Nov 2015 112,342 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Oct 2015 112,327 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

Pass 23 Oct 2014 104,888 miles

o/s/f + n/s/f tyres r worn on inner eage

Fail 23 Oct 2014 104,888 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f + n/s/f tyres r worn on inner eage

Pass 4 Oct 2013 95,563 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 95,563 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2012 77,356 miles

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

rear exhaust skin slightly spilt

Pass 7 Sep 2011 66,669 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 66,669 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2011 62,919 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 62,916 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Front brake discs worn

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

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

Pass 4 Jan 2010 55,030 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 44,413 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 44,413 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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AV55 SXN is a 2005 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SXN, 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 AV55 SXN registered?

AV55 SXN is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 15 November 2005.

Is AV55 SXN safe to buy?

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