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CA05 GJZ

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

104,577 mi
Last recorded104,577 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA05 GJZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 104,577 miles

Corrosion to rear axle and all of its components

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

Vehicle corroded throughout - not within prescribed areas

Pass 14 May 2025 98,769 miles

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

Slight corrosion to underside rear

Pass 10 Jun 2024 92,776 miles

Various corrosion to vehicle - not within prescribed areas

Pass 5 Jun 2023 85,736 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Vehicle corroded - not within prescribed areas

Fail 1 Jun 2023 85,736 miles

Coil spring fractured or broken Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Vehicle corroded - not within prescribed areas

Pass 23 May 2022 78,090 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 68,462 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 62,008 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 15 May 2020 62,008 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Apr 2019 58,835 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 58,051 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 57,351 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 56,538 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 56,538 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2015 55,911 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 20 Mar 2014 55,155 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

offside front brake disc slightly pitted on inner edge

offside outer sill dented

Pass 26 Mar 2013 54,346 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2012 53,024 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 48,446 miles
Fail 27 May 2010 41,345 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 May 2010 41,345 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 33,684 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 2 Jun 2008 25,940 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/r tyre cracking

Fail 2 Jun 2008 25,940 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

o/s/r tyre cracking

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 GJZ is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue 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 CA05 GJZ, 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 CA05 GJZ registered?

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

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