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AV55 VVY

2005 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

143,143 mi
Last recorded143,143 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 VVY
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2018 143,143 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2018 143,143 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 142,900 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 136,111 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2015 136,111 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2014 128,087 miles

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

N/S/F Tyre worn on inside edge

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

O/S/F Tyre worn on inside edge

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

Pass 9 May 2014 125,350 miles

nail in n/s rear tyre

front lower suspension arm rear mount bushes beginning to split around edges

slight misting of oil n/s front shock

Fail 9 May 2014 125,350 miles

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

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

front lower suspension arm rear mount bushes beginning to split around edges

nail in n/s rear tyre

slight misting of oil n/s front shock

Pass 8 May 2013 115,519 miles

rust on inner edges of front brake discs, advise wheel removal to inspect inner pads

Pass 8 May 2012 106,941 miles

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

slight corrosion on front brake disc faces. Performance ok

slight distortion on o/s front brake disc

slight misting of oil on n/s front shock absoeber

Fail 10 May 2011 99,410 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 10 May 2011 99,410 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 12 May 2010 92,414 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 92,414 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

bolts missing on front exhaust section

Pass 20 Nov 2008 81,969 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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 VVY is a 2005 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 AV55 VVY, 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 VVY registered?

AV55 VVY is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 25 November 2005.

Is AV55 VVY safe to buy?

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