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BF55 HLW

2005 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

202,006 mi
Last recorded202,006 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 HLW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2025 202,006 miles

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

Fail 28 Jan 2025 202,006 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Jan 2024 199,591 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 194,208 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2022 192,710 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm rearward bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Body panel slightly loose wing lower section corroded but not likely to cause injury or fall from vehicle (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Fail 29 Jan 2022 192,710 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both lower arm rearward bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Body panel slightly loose wing lower section corroded but not likely to cause injury or fall from vehicle (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2021 187,763 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 rearward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished and curb damage also has a nail (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Body panel slightly loose lower section of wing corroded but not likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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 rearward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 20 May 2019 180,069 miles

O/S Rear tyre severly worn inner edge

Fail 20 May 2019 180,069 miles

O/S Rear tyre severly worn inner edge

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 14 May 2018 174,516 miles

Interior mirror missing

Tow bar electrical socket broken and not useable

Pass 12 Jun 2017 168,319 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2017 168,319 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking injector tightened (7.2.3)

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

Trailer electrical socket damaged so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 161,070 miles

BOTH REAR INDICATORS HAVE SOME LOSS OF COLOUR

INTERIOR MIRROR MISSING

Fail 12 Apr 2016 161,070 miles

BOTH REAR INDICATORS HAVE SOME LOSS OF COLOUR

INTERIOR MIRROR MISSING

Trailer electrical socket damaged so that lead cannot be securely connected (1.9.3b)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 155,286 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 23 Jul 2014 155,272 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 7 Aug 2013 149,046 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2012 131,179 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 124,250 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 115,492 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 107,768 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 78,451 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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BF55 HLW is a 2005 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 BF55 HLW, 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 BF55 HLW registered?

BF55 HLW is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 2 September 2005.

Is BF55 HLW safe to buy?

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