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BG05 PXN

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,371 mi
Last recorded94,371 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 PXN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2026 94,371 miles

parking brake has low effort

Pass 22 Jul 2025 89,644 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))

handbrake only just enough

Pass 16 Jul 2024 80,717 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 80,488 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2020 80,488 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2019 77,649 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2018 72,346 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2018 72,346 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 67,099 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2017 67,092 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 63,769 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 61,507 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 59,349 miles
Fail 29 May 2013 55,351 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2013 55,351 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 51,939 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 44,775 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2010 37,216 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2009 28,855 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 20,281 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 PXN is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PXN, 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

How do I check the history of BG05 PXN?

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What year was BG05 PXN registered?

BG05 PXN is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 27 May 2005.

Is BG05 PXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG05 PXN shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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