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DE55 WXH

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

105,462 mi
Last recorded105,462 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE55 WXH
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 105,462 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 19 May 2025 105,225 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 28 May 2024 95,765 miles

Nearside Rear parking brake effort is low

Rear parking brake effort is just within pass requirements

Fail 21 May 2024 95,571 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear parking brake effort is low

Pass 5 Jun 2023 87,393 miles

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2018 83,852 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 80,202 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 76,382 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 71,148 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2015 71,148 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 64,682 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 58,056 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2013 58,048 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2012 51,049 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 44,322 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 36,894 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 28,612 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 19,823 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 WXH is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WXH, 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 WXH registered?

DE55 WXH is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 19 December 2005.

Is DE55 WXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE55 WXH shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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