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AV55 TMZ

2005 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

150,731 mi
Last recorded150,731 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2017 150,731 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 25 Jul 2017 150,731 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 133,949 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 133,949 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 3 Aug 2015 119,319 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2014 103,647 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 94,551 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 94,551 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 82,138 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 74,464 miles

Exhaust corroding

Nearside front seat trim loose

Offside rear & nearside front wheel rims dented

Steering feels slightly notchy

Fail 19 Nov 2011 74,464 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

All brake discs & pads worn - just meet criteria

Exhaust corroding

Nearside front seat trim loose

Offside rear & nearside front wheel rims dented

Play in front antiroll bar links - just meet criteria

Rear wiper smearing

Steering feels slightly notchy

Pass 18 Dec 2010 65,157 miles

both front & offside rear wheel rims slighty distorted

exhaust for corrosion

front brake discs slightly lipped

nearside & offside rear track contol arm buhes perish & unbonding but no play

tested in wet conditions

Pass 29 Dec 2009 52,852 miles

exhaust corroding

n/s/r wheel rim slightly distorted

tested in wet

Pass 15 Dec 2008 42,474 miles

exhaust corroding

n/s/r wheel rim slight buckel

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 TMZ 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 TMZ, 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 TMZ registered?

AV55 TMZ is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 9 December 2005.

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