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DA54 SKX

2005 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2015
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,063 mi
Last recorded123,063 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2014
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA54 SKX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2014 123,063 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2014 123,063 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front drive shaft support bearing excessively worn (2.5.C.2c)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Oil leak

gearstick knob missing

n/s/f head lamp loose but secure

Pass 27 Jun 2013 107,108 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

advise w/washer bottle leaking

Pass 24 Apr 2012 88,541 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2010 68,035 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 68,035 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 56,613 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 33,169 miles

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

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

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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DA54 SKX is a 2005 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DA54 SKX, 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 DA54 SKX registered?

DA54 SKX is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 10 January 2005.

Is DA54 SKX safe to buy?

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