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BF55 LWG

2005 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

134,664 mi
Last recorded134,664 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF55 LWG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2018 134,664 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 129,643 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 122,421 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2015 122,420 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Mar 2014 90,205 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

slight roughness in n/s/r

Pass 1 Mar 2013 83,039 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2011 71,999 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

nail in o/s rear tyre

o/s rear anti roll bar link slightly worn

slight noise from o/s front wheel bearing or drive shaft carrier bearing

Fail 1 Sep 2011 71,999 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

nail in o/s rear tyre

o/s rear anti roll bar link slightly worn

slight noise from o/s front wheel bearing or drive shaft carrier bearing

Pass 12 Aug 2010 58,382 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 48,051 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

rear tyres cracking

Fail 18 Aug 2009 48,051 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

rear tyres cracking

Pass 20 Aug 2008 36,297 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 LWG is a 2005 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,997cc 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 LWG, 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 LWG registered?

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

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