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DG05 LWZ

2005 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

120,970 mi
Last recorded120,970 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG05 LWZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2019 120,970 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Feb 2019 120,922 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Centre front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear on bulkhead (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded Centre front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear on bulkhead (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2018 115,357 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 107,741 miles

Front to rear brake pipes corroding

Pass 17 Feb 2016 98,832 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 89,396 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2015 89,396 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2014 78,613 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2014 78,613 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 Feb 2013 68,898 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2013 68,898 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2012 58,810 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 50,808 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2010 44,279 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 35,477 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 28,116 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 LWZ is a 2005 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LWZ, 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 LWZ registered?

DG05 LWZ is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is DG05 LWZ safe to buy?

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