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CX55 VAV

2005 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

90,674 mi
Last recorded90,674 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX55 VAV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2018 90,674 miles

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2018 90,674 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 86,115 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 79,339 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2016 79,263 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 72,868 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 65,398 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2013 60,086 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 52,277 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011

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

Pass 18 Sep 2010 39,115 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Sep 2009 32,664 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 26,492 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2008 26,461 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Fail 13 Sep 2008 26,376 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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CX55 VAV is a 2005 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 CX55 VAV, 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.

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What year was CX55 VAV registered?

CX55 VAV is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is CX55 VAV safe to buy?

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