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BD55 EXF

2005 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

154,324 mi
Last recorded154,324 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2015
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 EXF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2015 154,324 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2014 131,951 miles

Engine oil below maximum

Exhaust outer skin corroded

NSF Tyre depth 2mm, OSF Tyre depth 3mm

Rear brake discs corroded

Unable to enter engine oil temp probe

Fail 5 Dec 2014 131,830 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Engine oil below maximum

Exhaust outer skin corroded

NSF Tyre depth 2mm, OSF Tyre depth 3mm

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear brake discs corroded

Unable to enter engine oil temp probe

Pass 6 Dec 2013 117,416 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all road wheels have trim covers

exhaust system slightly corroded

Fail 29 Oct 2012 100,761 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2012 100,761 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 86,904 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2011 86,904 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2010 70,110 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 59,226 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 49,179 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

o/s front tyre wearing on inside edge

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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BD55 EXF is a 2005 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2005 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 74,404 miles. This vehicle is performing in line with others of the same 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 BD55 EXF, 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 BD55 EXF registered?

BD55 EXF is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 10 November 2005.

Is BD55 EXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD55 EXF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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