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DG05 UDU

2005 Ford Focus

Green Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

113,146 mi
Last recorded113,146 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG05 UDU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 113,146 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 25 Mar 2026 113,142 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded both front (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure all 4 tyres 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all rear floors and inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 110,323 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 108,091 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2024 108,086 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases backbox (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat to middle box (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front metal pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 104,944 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 102,115 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2021 98,940 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

coolant low

Fail 16 Feb 2021 98,939 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

coolant low

Pass 27 Feb 2020 97,233 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 26 Feb 2020 97,230 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 Feb 2019 93,541 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2019 93,535 miles

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 87,985 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 82,791 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2017 82,776 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2016 77,100 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 69,189 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 62,062 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2013 54,764 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2012 48,262 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 39,001 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 29,541 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 22,574 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 16,095 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 UDU is a 2005 Ford Focus in Green with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 UDU, 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 UDU registered?

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

Is DG05 UDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG05 UDU shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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