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AY55 XSB

2005 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

283,213 mi
Last recorded283,213 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY55 XSB
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2019 283,213 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2018 276,866 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 270,286 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2016 263,037 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 255,889 miles

Offside Front Front drive shaft support bearing slightly worn (2.5.C.2c)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 246,770 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2013 237,024 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 237,024 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 225,615 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 201,332 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2011 201,332 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2010 168,363 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 132,398 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 95,368 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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AY55 XSB is a 2005 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 XSB, 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 AY55 XSB registered?

AY55 XSB is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 3 December 2005.

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The MOT history for AY55 XSB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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