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BD55 FSU

2005 Ford Focus

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2013
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

133,360 mi
Last recorded133,360 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2012
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 FSU
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2012 133,360 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2012 133,360 miles

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2010 110,608 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 110,608 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 89,995 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2009 89,995 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 69,962 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 69,962 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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 FSU is a 2005 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 BD55 FSU, 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 FSU registered?

BD55 FSU is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is BD55 FSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD55 FSU shows 8 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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