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AX05 GDU

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

113,249 mi
Last recorded113,249 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX05 GDU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2018 113,249 miles

Front Electronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 106,543 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 105,788 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2016 105,788 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 98,522 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Feb 2014 92,774 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 85,189 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2012 71,261 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Feb 2012 71,261 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 58,250 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2011 58,250 miles

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

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

Pass 18 May 2010 51,984 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 45,161 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2008 35,112 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2008 35,112 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear 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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AX05 GDU is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AX05 GDU, 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 AX05 GDU registered?

AX05 GDU is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 25 May 2005.

Is AX05 GDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX05 GDU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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