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DF55 VFS

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

106,211 mi
Last recorded106,211 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF55 VFS
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 106,211 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 102,758 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 96,847 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2015 96,846 miles

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

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

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

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

exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 29 Jan 2014 89,781 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 89,779 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2012 76,632 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 76,632 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 28 Jun 2011 61,177 miles

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

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 28 Jun 2011 61,177 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 26 Jun 2010 56,604 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 51,858 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 51,858 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Front brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2008 44,250 miles

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

Offside Rear 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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DF55 VFS is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 DF55 VFS, 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 DF55 VFS registered?

DF55 VFS is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 18 October 2005.

Is DF55 VFS safe to buy?

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