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BD05 BYR

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

105,057 mi
Last recorded105,057 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD05 BYR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2023 105,057 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 101,169 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Nov 2022 101,169 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2021 98,781 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Nov 2021 98,781 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 96,045 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 20 Nov 2019 92,379 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2018 87,927 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Fail 19 Nov 2018 87,927 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 83,305 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Nov 2016 81,704 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 78,690 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 76,404 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 65,243 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 55,182 miles

front brake pads wearing half way

Fail 15 Jun 2012 55,182 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

front brake pads wearing half way

Pass 23 May 2011 45,036 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

both front tyres wearing low

Pass 27 May 2010 35,383 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 24,379 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 14,497 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 13,766 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2008 13,766 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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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BD05 BYR is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 BD05 BYR, 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.

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What year was BD05 BYR registered?

BD05 BYR is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 25 May 2005.

Is BD05 BYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD05 BYR shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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