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AV55 ZYK

2005 Ford Focus

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

166,402 mi
Last recorded166,402 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2012
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV55 ZYK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2012 166,402 miles

over plates fitted at time of test

stone chip in windscreen

Fail 6 Aug 2012 166,346 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

chip in windscreen

over plates fitted at time of test

Pass 25 Jul 2011 157,213 miles

nearside front shock absorber has fluid around it (no obvious signs of leaking)

over plates fitted

Pass 27 Jul 2010 147,914 miles

both rear tyres close to legal limit

nearside front tyre close to legal limit

Fail 26 Jul 2010 147,898 miles

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

both rear tyres close to legal limit

nearside front tyre close to legal limit

Pass 7 Aug 2009 137,636 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2008 106,131 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2008 106,131 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

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 ZYK is a 2005 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 ZYK, 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 ZYK registered?

AV55 ZYK is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 14 December 2005.

Is AV55 ZYK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV55 ZYK shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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