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AY05 XPT

2005 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

59,832 mi
Last recorded59,832 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 59,832 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2026 59,832 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2025 55,528 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 May 2024 51,273 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 17 May 2023 48,860 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Also Rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 17 May 2023 48,860 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Also Rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2022 47,359 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Fail 24 Feb 2022 47,359 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Feb 2021 46,064 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 44,678 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 42,261 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2019 42,261 miles

Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2018 39,931 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 37,820 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2016 35,776 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 33,517 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2014 31,379 miles

n/s and o/s lower arm rear bushes perished

Pass 5 Mar 2013 29,236 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 26,610 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 1 Mar 2012 26,610 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 24,023 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 21,687 miles

rear brakes slightly out of balance

Pass 26 Feb 2009 18,654 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 15,438 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 XPT is a 2005 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 XPT, 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 XPT registered?

AY05 XPT is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 5 March 2005.

Is AY05 XPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY05 XPT shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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