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CE05 RGX

2005 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

106,796 mi
Last recorded106,796 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE05 RGX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 106,796 miles

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))

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2024 95,311 miles

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

surface corrosion on front and rear sub frames and suspension components

Fail 11 Jul 2024 95,311 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

surface corrosion on front and rear sub frames and suspension components

Pass 22 Mar 2023 94,700 miles

heavy surface corrosion on front & rear subframes & suspension components

Pass 23 Mar 2022 93,965 miles

surface corrosion on rear suspension & subframe

Pass 15 Mar 2021 92,949 miles

heavy surface corrosion on rear subframe and suspension components

Fail 15 Mar 2021 92,949 miles

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

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

heavy surface corrosion on rear subframe and suspension components

Pass 25 Mar 2020 91,744 miles

Nearside Front tyre close to wear indicator

all tyres have multiple cracks

Pass 14 Mar 2019 89,753 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 86,416 miles

both front wishbones rear bushes worn

Pass 22 Mar 2017 83,076 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 78,738 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2015 73,440 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 68,366 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 63,353 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 56,481 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2012 56,481 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2011 50,623 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 50,623 miles

Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 42,106 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 36,500 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 29,058 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 RGX is a 2005 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RGX, 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 RGX registered?

CE05 RGX is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is CE05 RGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE05 RGX shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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