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DG55 GDU

2005 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

116,578 mi
Last recorded116,578 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG55 GDU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2016 116,578 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2015 113,207 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 113,207 miles

Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 25 Sep 2014 104,159 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 92,430 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 80,699 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Sep 2011 68,209 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Sep 2011 68,209 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 57,477 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2009 46,000 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2008 33,780 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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DG55 GDU is a 2005 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DG55 GDU, 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

How do I check the history of DG55 GDU?

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What year was DG55 GDU registered?

DG55 GDU is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is DG55 GDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG55 GDU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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