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AX05 BZF

2005 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

144,928 mi
Last recorded144,928 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX05 BZF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2017 144,928 miles

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

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

exhaust centre heat sheild loose

exhaust centre silencer outer skin rusted

Pass 21 Sep 2016 138,915 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2016 138,915 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

unable to open boot

Pass 21 Sep 2015 131,767 miles

Nearside Rear Outer tyre wall cracked,not through to cords yet.

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 21 Sep 2015 131,767 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Outer tyre wall cracked,not through to cords yet.

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 128,910 miles

n/s washer poor

silencer rusted not leaking

Fail 17 Sep 2014 128,910 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

n/s washer poor

silencer rusted not leaking

Pass 13 Sep 2013 125,303 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

exhaust rear heat shiled not fixed

exhaust silencer box outter case rusted

n/s washer not working

Pass 12 Sep 2012 120,446 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 115,355 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 115,355 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 114,523 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2011 114,523 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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 21 Jun 2010 108,286 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 102,425 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 81,027 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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AX05 BZF is a 2005 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AX05 BZF, 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 AX05 BZF registered?

AX05 BZF is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 5 July 2005.

Is AX05 BZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX05 BZF shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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