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BG05 FXM

2005 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2025
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 FXM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 May 2024

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 May 2023

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDE (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 6 May 2022 55,061 miles

Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened Front/Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Both sides front lower wheels arch corroded

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides front inner sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rusting to front/rear suspensions components

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front/Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides front rear deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 6 May 2022 55,061 miles

Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened Front/Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Both sides front lower wheels arch corroded

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides front inner sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rusting to front/rear suspensions components

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Front/Rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides front rear deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 May 2021 46,295 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

rusting to front and rear suspension

Pass 7 May 2020 44,447 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 May 2020 44,446 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 May 2019 41,681 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 40,015 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 40,015 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 17 May 2017 37,711 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 35,296 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 35,296 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 33,740 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 32,090 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 30,150 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 28,638 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 26,805 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 26,805 miles

Front Lower Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 24,485 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2009 22,426 miles
Pass 1 May 2008 20,150 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 18,741 miles

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

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 FXM is a 2005 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 FXM, 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 FXM registered?

BG05 FXM is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 18 April 2005.

Is BG05 FXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG05 FXM shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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