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BD55 FEV

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

121,115 mi
Last recorded121,115 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 FEV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 121,115 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 May 2025 120,281 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2024 114,810 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2023 104,945 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

parking brake only just meets efficiency required

Pass 24 May 2022 96,333 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 81,514 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 29 May 2020 76,818 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 27 May 2019 73,615 miles
Fail 27 May 2019 73,615 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed also will need wheel alignment (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 May 2018 69,515 miles

child seats fitted to rear

Pass 19 May 2017 65,488 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 62,853 miles
Fail 17 May 2016 62,853 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2015 54,889 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2014 50,692 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2013 44,248 miles

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

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

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

gear box oil leak

Fail 7 Oct 2013 44,248 miles

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

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

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

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

gear box oil leak

Pass 9 Oct 2012 35,769 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2012 35,769 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2011 28,405 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 22,216 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2009 16,168 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 10,618 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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BD55 FEV is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 BD55 FEV, 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 BD55 FEV registered?

BD55 FEV is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 October 2005.

Is BD55 FEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD55 FEV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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