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DG05 JAO

2005 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2018
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

174,475 mi
Last recorded174,475 miles
Recorded on12 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG05 JAO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2017 174,475 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 163,143 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 155,671 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2015 155,671 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 141,568 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 126,819 miles

EML light on

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

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jul 2012 111,386 miles

exhaust rattle

Pass 29 Jun 2011 94,043 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 81,592 miles

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

Pass 6 Jul 2009 74,383 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2008 54,843 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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DG05 JAO is a 2005 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DG05 JAO, 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 DG05 JAO registered?

DG05 JAO is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 10 March 2005.

Is DG05 JAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG05 JAO shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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