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DA05 OTF

2005 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

108,395 mi
Last recorded108,395 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA05 OTF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 20 Jun 2017 108,395 miles

Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended both sides lower arm bushes rear (2.4.F.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 4 Jun 2016 95,819 miles

cut in n/s/r tyre

engine oil leak

Pass 26 May 2015 94,710 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 86,770 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 73,557 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 26 Oct 2012 72,168 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 64,819 miles

(4.1D1)The nearside rear tyre is worn down to (3.00)mm

(4.1D1)The offside rear tyre is worn down to (2.80)mm

(4.2.1c)All road wheels have trims fitted which are preventing an inspection of the securing devices

Offside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 64,819 miles

(4.1D1)The nearside rear tyre is worn down to (3.00)mm

(4.1D1)The offside rear tyre is worn down to (2.80)mm

(4.2.1c)All road wheels have trims fitted which are preventing an inspection of the securing devices

Pass 4 Jun 2009 56,324 miles

(3.5.1f)The nearside front brake pads are wearing thin

(3.5.1f)The offside front brake pads are wearing thin

Fail 4 Jun 2009 56,324 miles

(3.5.1f)The nearside front brake pads are wearing thin

(3.5.1f)The offside front brake pads are wearing thin

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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DA05 OTF is a 2005 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 DA05 OTF, 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 DA05 OTF registered?

DA05 OTF is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 24 July 2005.

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