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CE05 XYL

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

112,730 mi
Last recorded112,730 miles
Recorded on16 Nov 2020
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE05 XYL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Nov 2020 112,730 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 May 2019 87,520 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 78,669 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2018 78,669 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Apr 2017 73,536 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2017 73,536 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2016 69,448 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2015 66,666 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 62,991 miles

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 6 Apr 2013 56,450 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 49,628 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Apr 2011 41,284 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 41,284 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2010 30,342 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 23,387 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2008 17,390 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

rear wiper split

Fail 16 Apr 2008 17,390 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

rear wiper split

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 XYL is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 XYL, 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 XYL registered?

CE05 XYL is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 28 May 2005.

Is CE05 XYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE05 XYL shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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