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CE55 FYR

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

141,069 mi
Last recorded141,069 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE55 FYR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 141,069 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2025 134,313 miles

Front Lower Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Mar 2025 134,313 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2024 127,616 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2023 120,471 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded ns and os (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2022 112,426 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 104,964 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 99,542 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 92,686 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 85,282 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 77,934 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 70,228 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 62,715 miles

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

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 55,377 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 46,523 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 39,153 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 30,995 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2009 25,558 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 21,364 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 21,364 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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CE55 FYR is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 CE55 FYR, 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 CE55 FYR registered?

CE55 FYR is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is CE55 FYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE55 FYR shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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