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AY05 WGG

2005 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

84,764 mi
Last recorded84,764 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY05 WGG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2023 84,764 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 82,187 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Nov 2022 82,187 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cracks in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 79,679 miles

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2021 79,678 miles

Brake damaged to the extent that the braking system is adversely affected Front Brake pad lining come away from pads (1.1.21 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 77,205 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 74,508 miles

Coil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Nov 2019 74,507 miles

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

Coil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2018 63,546 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2018 59,791 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2017 55,477 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 3 Mar 2017 55,477 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Feb 2016 50,802 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 50,800 miles

Centre Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

washer pump inoperative

Pass 3 Mar 2015 46,743 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Mar 2015 46,743 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 42,201 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2013 38,183 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 31,772 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 26,464 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 21,451 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 15,912 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 11,750 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 WGG is a 2005 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 AY05 WGG, 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 AY05 WGG registered?

AY05 WGG is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 24 March 2005.

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