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CA05 ERK

2005 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2023
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

114,780 mi
Last recorded114,780 miles
Recorded on16 May 2023
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA05 ERK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Fail 16 May 2023 114,780 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Rack boot insecure. (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Coolant leak Coolant leaking from timing belt cover. ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp output severely diminished.

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All upper and lower suspension arms corroded. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All upper and lower suspension arms corroded. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Severe splits and cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Severely deteriorated. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Severe splits and cracking. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Unable to carry out inspection to boot area due to numerous customer possessions.

Pass 25 Jan 2022 108,482 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2022 108,480 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 21 Dec 2020 98,054 miles

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

Rear seat belts not accessible so not tested.

Fail 18 Dec 2020 97,916 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Rear seat belts not accessible so not tested.

Pass 23 Nov 2019 86,613 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Nov 2019 86,613 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 77,722 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2017 74,988 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 68,534 miles

DETERIORATION OF O/S AND N/S FRONT SUSPENSION BUSHES

UNEVEN WEAR ON O/S REAR TYRE.

Fail 22 Aug 2016 68,534 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 61,344 miles

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 14 Aug 2015 61,344 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 22 Aug 2014 54,643 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2014 54,643 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 26 Jul 2013 47,193 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 46,384 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 43,790 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 41,521 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 39,300 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 33,723 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 27,991 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2008 27,991 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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CA05 ERK is a 2005 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CA05 ERK, 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 CA05 ERK registered?

CA05 ERK is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is CA05 ERK safe to buy?

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