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BD55 VWP

2005 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

115,248 mi
Last recorded115,248 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2015
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD55 VWP
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2015 115,248 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 108,568 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Oct 2013 102,510 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2012 98,485 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 91,151 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2010 84,095 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Dec 2010 84,095 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 78,867 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2009 78,867 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2008 68,075 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 VWP is a 2005 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VWP, 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 VWP registered?

BD55 VWP is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 8 December 2005.

Is BD55 VWP safe to buy?

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