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AY05 WLR

2005 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2021
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

145,424 mi
Last recorded145,424 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2020
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY05 WLR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2020 145,424 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play both Sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 138,790 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 6 Aug 2019 138,785 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Jul 2018 128,669 miles

oil leak

Pass 5 Jul 2017 124,252 miles

Nearside Rear Bumper insecure ()

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

Fail 28 Jun 2017 124,249 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Bumper insecure ()

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

Pass 18 Jun 2016 117,272 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 107,426 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 98,071 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 98,071 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 96,575 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 92,932 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 80,739 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 67,328 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 54,150 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 39,197 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 27,942 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 WLR is a 2005 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 WLR, 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 WLR registered?

AY05 WLR is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 4 March 2005.

Is AY05 WLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY05 WLR shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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