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BG05 AZL

2005 Ford Focus

Red Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

160,382 mi
Last recorded160,382 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2020
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 AZL
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2020 160,382 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2020 160,382 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2018 155,980 miles

Coolant leak ()

Coolant level slightly low

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

Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy Nearside and offside (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 May 2018 155,975 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Coolant level slightly low

Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy Nearside and offside (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 May 2017 143,545 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 May 2016 135,872 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 132,424 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 117,299 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 103,292 miles
Fail 4 May 2012 98,697 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Pass 4 May 2012 98,697 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2011 94,842 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 May 2010 88,575 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 81,115 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2008 72,610 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2008 72,610 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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BG05 AZL is a 2005 Ford Focus in Red with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 BG05 AZL, 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 BG05 AZL registered?

BG05 AZL is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 14 April 2005.

Is BG05 AZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG05 AZL shows 16 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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