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DE55 CKV

2005 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

103,407 mi
Last recorded103,407 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 CKV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2017 103,407 miles

Oil leak driveshaft seal ()

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)

coolant level below minimum

exhaust hangers corroded

rear echaust hanger broken but exhaust secure

Fail 10 Nov 2017 103,411 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Oil leak driveshaft seal ()

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)

coolant level below minimum

exhaust hangers corroded

rear echaust hanger broken but exhaust secure

Pass 22 Nov 2016 97,726 miles

Nearside Front Oil leak gearbox area ()

Rear exhaust mounting bracket broken

Fail 15 Nov 2016 97,720 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Oil leak gearbox area ()

Rear exhaust mounting bracket broken

Pass 12 Nov 2015 96,574 miles

rear exhaust bracket broken but system still supported

rear seat belt clasp stiff

Fail 29 Oct 2015 96,551 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc INNER (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement REAR BUSH (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Fail 25 Oct 2014 87,619 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Oct 2014 87,619 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 77,577 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front brake discs heavily scored inner face

Pass 13 Oct 2012 71,720 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 55,702 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 48,007 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2010 48,007 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2009 39,657 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2008 26,703 miles

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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DE55 CKV is a 2005 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 DE55 CKV, 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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DE55 CKV is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 November 2005.

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