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AY55 XMK

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

138,985 mi
Last recorded138,985 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY55 XMK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 138,985 miles

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear 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))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2025 114,100 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear axle has surface corrosion

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 88,773 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 79,689 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2023 79,689 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jun 2022 72,228 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2022 72,228 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Jun 2021 65,359 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 57,709 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 56,032 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 53,545 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

tested in a wet condion

Pass 10 Aug 2016 50,178 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2015 46,813 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2015 46,813 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 43,742 miles

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

O/S/R tyre starting to perished

Pass 16 Aug 2013 40,372 miles

Vehicle tested in a wet condition

Pass 3 Aug 2012 36,250 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 32,803 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 27,039 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front discs worn

Fail 7 Aug 2010 27,039 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front discs worn

Pass 29 Aug 2009 21,897 miles

rear suspension tie bar bushes are split to exess

Fail 29 Aug 2009 21,897 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear suspension tie bar bushes are split to exess

Pass 3 Sep 2008 15,450 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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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AY55 XMK is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 AY55 XMK, 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 AY55 XMK registered?

AY55 XMK is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 8 October 2005.

Is AY55 XMK safe to buy?

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