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DG55 HZL

2005 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

102,142 mi
Last recorded102,142 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG55 HZL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2019 102,142 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 10 May 2018 97,376 miles

Front Exhaust mounts corroded thin

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside one washer jet blocked

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 10 May 2018 97,376 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

Front Exhaust mounts corroded thin

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside one washer jet blocked

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 11 May 2017 91,603 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Apr 2016 82,844 miles

Nearside Front nearside front tyre edges close to legal limit

Pass 28 Apr 2015 74,913 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 67,662 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2014 67,662 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 3 May 2013 60,066 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 52,616 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 45,023 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2010 37,856 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Mar 2010 37,856 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 29,968 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Fail 27 Feb 2009 29,968 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 22,554 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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 HZL 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 DG55 HZL, 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 DG55 HZL registered?

DG55 HZL is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 23 September 2005.

Is DG55 HZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG55 HZL shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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