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DA54 UPZ

2005 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2022
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

105,596 mi
Last recorded105,596 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA54 UPZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2021 105,596 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2021 105,596 miles

Stop lamp(s) not working both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 99,791 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Jul 2018 93,955 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2018 93,955 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) not working both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2017 88,217 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2017 88,217 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 83,943 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2015 72,085 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 72,085 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 67,485 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 63,512 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 61,260 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2011 56,923 miles

slight leak from gearbox area

Pass 19 Jun 2010 49,144 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2009 39,229 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2009 39,229 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 29,894 miles

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

Fail 7 Jan 2008 29,894 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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 UPZ is a 2005 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 DA54 UPZ, 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 DA54 UPZ registered?

DA54 UPZ is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 7 February 2005.

Is DA54 UPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA54 UPZ shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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