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CE55 LXW

2005 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

179,685 mi
Last recorded179,685 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2013
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCE55 LXW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2013 179,685 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 141,198 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 105,841 miles

front brake discs slightly corroded

slight front brake imbalance

Fail 28 Aug 2011 105,821 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

front brake discs slightly corroded

slight front brake imbalance

Pass 6 Aug 2010 99,900 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2010 99,900 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 89,348 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 89,348 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 75,006 miles

nearside damaged

Fail 28 Aug 2008 75,006 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

front number plate damaged

nearside damaged

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 LXW is a 2005 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LXW, 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

How do I check the history of CE55 LXW?

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What year was CE55 LXW registered?

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

Is CE55 LXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for CE55 LXW shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CE55 LXW have outstanding finance?

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