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BF05 ESN

2005 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

118,671 mi
Last recorded118,671 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF05 ESN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2020 118,671 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 107,592 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH (4.4.3 (a))

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 31 May 2018 98,789 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OUTER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear TYRE IS STARTING TO WEAR UNEVENLY

Offside Front INNER WING COVER IS BROKEN BUT STILL SECURE

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing DAMAGE TO THE INNER SIDEWALL (5.2.3 (d) (i))

REAR NO PLATE IS IN POOR CONDITION

Fail 31 May 2018 98,789 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OUTER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear TYRE IS STARTING TO WEAR UNEVENLY

Offside Front INNER WING COVER IS BROKEN BUT STILL SECURE

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing DAMAGE TO THE INNER SIDEWALL (5.2.3 (d) (i))

REAR NO PLATE IS IN POOR CONDITION

Pass 21 Jun 2017 92,618 miles

Offside Front Front drive shaft support bearing slightly worn (2.5.C.2c)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 86,405 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 86,405 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 May 2015 80,264 miles

Creaking noise from front when turning, possible worn or tight bearing or rack/pinion teeth etc, not excessive at time of test

Front brake pads starting to wear thin

Front wishbone rear bushes perishing

Nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit at 2MM (205/55R16)

Offside front tyre starting to wear low at 3MM

Offside rear tyre badly perishing on edges of tread but no chords showing at time of test

Fail 29 May 2015 80,264 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Creaking noise from front when turning, possible worn or tight bearing or rack/pinion teeth etc, not excessive at time of test

Front brake pads starting to wear thin

Front wishbone rear bushes perishing

Nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit at 2MM (205/55R16)

Offside front tyre starting to wear low at 3MM

Offside rear tyre badly perishing on edges of tread but no chords showing at time of test

Fail 2 Jun 2014 72,783 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in offside rear tyre

Off side windscreen wiper blade smears slightly.

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 2 Jun 2014 72,783 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in offside rear tyre

Off side windscreen wiper blade smears slightly.

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

Pass 13 Mar 2013 65,857 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2012 56,612 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 49,141 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 40,689 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 31,990 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2008 24,142 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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BF05 ESN is a 2005 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 BF05 ESN, 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 BF05 ESN registered?

BF05 ESN is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is BF05 ESN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF05 ESN shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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