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AX05 LFJ

2005 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

115,028 mi
Last recorded115,028 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX05 LFJ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 20 Aug 2019 115,028 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 May 2018 106,584 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 101,965 miles

Exhaust heat shield loose

Handbrake cables slightly stiff

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

Fail 16 May 2017 101,956 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour both (1.4.A.2f)

Front Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Exhaust heat shield loose

Handbrake cables slightly stiff

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 85,559 miles

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

Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 20 Jun 2015 66,389 miles

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

Fail 13 Jun 2015 66,386 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

offside rear handbrake low efforet

Pass 21 May 2014 61,531 miles

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

rear exhaust support broken

Fail 21 May 2014 61,531 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

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

rear exhaust support broken

Fail 29 May 2013 57,548 miles

nsf wheel trim missing

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 May 2013 57,548 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

nsf wheel trim missing

Pass 28 May 2012 52,921 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 48,627 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 44,593 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 35,889 miles

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 LFJ is a 2005 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol 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 AX05 LFJ, 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 LFJ registered?

AX05 LFJ is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 25 July 2005.

Is AX05 LFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX05 LFJ shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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