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CE05 SMV

2005 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

145,969 mi
Last recorded145,969 miles
Recorded on19 May 2020
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE05 SMV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2020 145,969 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2019 142,816 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2018 136,529 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 16 Feb 2017

Nearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 103,282 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 100,244 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 97,454 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 25 Feb 2014 97,278 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edges on 3m/m

Pass 26 Feb 2013 83,082 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 68,153 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 52,574 miles

both front tyres starting to wear on inner edges

both rear tyres starting to wear a little unevenly on inner edges

offside rear brake disc slightly pitted on inner face

Pass 4 Mar 2010 38,005 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

n/side raer tyre close to limit inner edge

n/side/front tyre close to limit inner edge

Pass 23 Feb 2009 29,509 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 22,405 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 SMV is a 2005 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SMV, 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 SMV registered?

CE05 SMV is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 7 March 2005.

Is CE05 SMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE05 SMV shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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