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CE05 GHU

2005 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

123,238 mi
Last recorded123,238 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE05 GHU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2017 123,238 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2017 123,238 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Mar 2016 111,714 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 102,911 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2014 93,061 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2014 93,061 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 82,405 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 72,424 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 63,668 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 50,793 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 40,064 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 28,262 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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CE05 GHU is a 2005 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CE05 GHU, 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 CE05 GHU registered?

CE05 GHU is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 5 March 2005.

Is CE05 GHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE05 GHU shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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