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DG05 UGF

2005 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

124,753 mi
Last recorded124,753 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2022
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG05 UGF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2022 124,753 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

O/s/f wing corroded

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Jul 2022 124,753 miles

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

O/s/f wing corroded

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 118,554 miles

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

N/s/r and o/s/r inner sills corroded

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

O/s/f outer sill corroded

Pass 3 Jul 2020 116,946 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 115,551 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 111,390 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 May 2017 102,728 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 94,194 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 85,079 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 85,079 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2014 74,756 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 62,394 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 62,394 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2012 49,947 miles

Both rear tyres starting to split on outer walls

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 19 May 2011 37,553 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 May 2011 37,553 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 32,458 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 27,907 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 22,193 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 UGF is a 2005 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 UGF, 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 UGF registered?

DG05 UGF is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 April 2005.

Is DG05 UGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG05 UGF shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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