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BG05 EZT

2005 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

162,016 mi
Last recorded162,016 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 EZT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2017 162,016 miles

oil leak

Fail 30 Jun 2017 162,016 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

oil leak

Pass 24 Jun 2016 147,809 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 139,562 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.3.2b)

both number plate lights dim

engine management light on

front number plate cracked

offside head lamp aim on lower limit

Pass 7 May 2014 133,895 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 126,882 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 118,630 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 107,687 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 93,107 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 86,143 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 71,505 miles

Both rear tyres are slightly misshaped

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

None of the rear parking brakes lock out

Offside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear brake efforts fall slightly apart 14%

Rear brake efforts rise slight apart 16%

Front brake 10% imbalance but effort falls at 22% difference.

Pass 17 Apr 2008 71,505 miles

Both rear tyres are slightly misshaped

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

None of the rear parking brakes lock out

Offside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Rear brake efforts fall slightly apart 14%

Rear brake efforts rise slight apart 16%

Front brake 10% imbalance but effort falls at 22% difference.

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 EZT is a 2005 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EZT, 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 EZT registered?

BG05 EZT is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 11 May 2005.

Is BG05 EZT safe to buy?

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