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BG05 TMU

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

98,378 mi
Last recorded98,378 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2021
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2021 98,378 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 93,824 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 88,671 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 81,966 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 72,724 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2016 64,160 miles

oil leak

rear box exhaust baffles gone causing rattle

rear wheel bearings slightly noisey

Pass 11 Feb 2015 56,478 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2015 56,476 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 45,418 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 43,659 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 39,629 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 Jun 2011 37,061 miles

N/S/R seat belt not tested - baby harness fitted.

Pass 2 Jun 2010 33,979 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 30,227 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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 12 Jun 2008 26,666 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 25,847 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 25,847 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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 TMU is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 TMU, 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 TMU registered?

BG05 TMU is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 30 April 2005.

Is BG05 TMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG05 TMU shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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