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CE05 GMU

2005 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Sep 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

28,926 mi
Last recorded28,926 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE05 GMU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2026 28,926 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 25 Sep 2025 28,116 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2024 26,601 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2023 25,776 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2023 25,767 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2022 24,658 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2021 23,795 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2021 23,782 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2020 23,005 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 22,013 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 21,040 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2018 21,029 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 20,229 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 19,438 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 18,664 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2014 17,380 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 16,087 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 14,500 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 12,034 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 12,034 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 10,183 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 7,968 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 6,445 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 GMU is a 2005 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 GMU, 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 GMU registered?

CE05 GMU is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is CE05 GMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE05 GMU shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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