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BF55 HRO

2005 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

148,375 mi
Last recorded148,375 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2017 148,375 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2017 148,374 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

turbo boost pipe split

Pass 2 Aug 2016 137,406 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre cracking

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

Fail 26 Jul 2016 137,071 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (3.5.1i)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre cracking

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

Pass 30 Jul 2015 122,989 miles

nail n/s/r tyre on inner edge

Pass 4 Jul 2014 109,979 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 109,979 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 97,853 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

nearside rear tyre tread starting to crack/seperate

Fail 7 Aug 2013 97,853 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

nearside rear tyre tread starting to crack/seperate

Pass 17 Aug 2012 82,936 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 71,949 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Aug 2010 63,842 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 56,434 miles

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

Pass 6 Aug 2008 48,867 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 HRO is a 2005 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BF55 HRO, 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 HRO registered?

BF55 HRO is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 9 September 2005.

Is BF55 HRO safe to buy?

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