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AY05 MFF

2005 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2020
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

101,145 mi
Last recorded101,145 miles
Recorded on21 May 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY05 MFF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 21 May 2019 101,145 miles
Fail 21 May 2019 101,144 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 95,884 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2017 89,525 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 83,378 miles

all tyres wearing inside advise alignment

Fail 24 May 2016 83,378 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both split. (8.2.2)

all tyres wearing inside advise alignment

Fail 19 May 2015 75,673 miles

Nearside Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover missing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 May 2015 75,673 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 68,811 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 61,707 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 May 2013 61,707 miles
Fail 25 May 2012 54,782 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 25 May 2012 54,782 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 46,977 miles

Centre Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 9 Jun 2011 46,977 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 39,689 miles

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

Fail 9 Jun 2009 34,634 miles

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2009 34,634 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 28,741 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 27,372 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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AY05 MFF is a 2005 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

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 AY05 MFF, 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 AY05 MFF registered?

AY05 MFF is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is AY05 MFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY05 MFF shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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