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BF55 HTL

2005 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

161,445 mi
Last recorded161,445 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 HTL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2017 161,445 miles

Front Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn releasing cop missing (3.1.5)

Fail 6 Jan 2017 161,445 miles

Front coil spring broken both side (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Stop lamp not working both side rear (1.2.1b)

Front Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn releasing cop missing (3.1.5)

Pass 9 Dec 2015 153,408 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Dec 2015 153,408 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2015 149,649 miles

Oil leak

Fail 6 Jan 2015 149,649 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Dec 2013 145,052 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 137,589 miles

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)

Pass 3 Jan 2012 130,009 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 113,954 miles

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)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 97,627 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2008 77,694 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 HTL is a 2005 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BF55 HTL, 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 BF55 HTL registered?

BF55 HTL is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is BF55 HTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF55 HTL shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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