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CE05 YJL

2005 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

135,579 mi
Last recorded135,579 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE05 YJL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2026 135,579 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear frame corroded

Fail 5 Sep 2026 135,579 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Rear frame corroded

Pass 11 Sep 2025 129,266 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 121,694 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2024 121,694 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 113,031 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 110,585 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front wipers smearing

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Jul 2022 110,583 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front wipers smearing

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Jul 2021 107,478 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2020 102,891 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 99,682 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 94,989 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2018 94,989 miles

Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen need ajustment (3.5 (a))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 89,013 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2016 83,141 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 78,148 miles

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

Offside front tyre sidewall cut in various places, not down to cords

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 22 Jun 2015 78,147 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Rear Trailing arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Offside front tyre sidewall cut in various places, not down to cords

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 72,063 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 5 Jul 2013 66,181 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 60,384 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 54,742 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

fuel flap missing

nearside mirror cover missing

Pass 28 Jun 2010 48,754 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 40,824 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2008 32,372 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 YJL is a 2005 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 YJL, 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 YJL registered?

CE05 YJL is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 17 March 2005.

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