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CA05 VLC

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

84,180 mi
Last recorded84,180 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2016
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA05 VLC
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2016 84,180 miles

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 1 Jul 2015 77,209 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

power steering slightly rough to operate

Pass 8 Jul 2014 70,800 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

power steering slightly rough to operate

Pass 23 Jul 2013 58,217 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 51,493 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 44,883 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 26 Oct 2011 44,883 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 23 Jun 2010 44,440 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 37,564 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2008 31,267 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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CA05 VLC is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 VLC, 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 VLC registered?

CA05 VLC is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is CA05 VLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA05 VLC shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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