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DE55 OVK

2005 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

110,725 mi
Last recorded110,725 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 OVK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 110,725 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2025 110,234 miles

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

corrosion to offside outer sill

Pass 24 Apr 2024 109,352 miles

corrosion to o/s outer sill

Fail 23 Apr 2024 109,352 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

corrosion to o/s outer sill

Pass 24 Apr 2023 108,536 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

corrosion to offside outer sil

Pass 10 Nov 2021 107,885 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

slight corrosion to o/s outer sill

Pass 12 Nov 2020 107,649 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

slight corrosion to offside outer at rear

Pass 15 Nov 2019 104,511 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2019 104,511 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2018 97,279 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 89,146 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2016 80,603 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2016 80,603 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2015 72,861 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 65,402 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 56,113 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 48,295 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 40,857 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 33,608 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 26,700 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 19,748 miles

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

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)

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 OVK is a 2005 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 DE55 OVK, 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 DE55 OVK registered?

DE55 OVK is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 9 November 2005.

Is DE55 OVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE55 OVK shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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