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BG05 XWM

2005 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2025
Tests26 (17 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate65.4%

Mileage

132,600 mi
Last recorded132,600 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2024
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 XWM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

17 pass 9 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2024 132,600 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under tray covers fitted

Fail 10 Oct 2024 132,600 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under tray covers fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2023 123,339 miles

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

Central Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides of vehicles inner and outer lower sills front to rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 20 Sep 2023 123,322 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Central Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides of vehicles inner and outer lower sills front to rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2022 122,104 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security lower outer and inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 119,385 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 117,266 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 117,266 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2019 112,831 miles
Fail 1 May 2019 112,702 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Manufacturer's specified limit 2.50 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Central Rear Exhaust heat shield insecure

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 May 2018 108,004 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 108,002 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 May 2017 103,673 miles
Fail 4 May 2017 103,673 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 6 May 2016 98,737 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 98,737 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 May 2015 92,124 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 92,124 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 13 May 2014 82,222 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 70,883 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 60,886 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 51,437 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2010 43,235 miles
Fail 12 May 2010 43,235 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 12 May 2009 33,133 miles
Pass 7 May 2008 23,906 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 XWM is a 2005 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XWM, 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.

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What year was BG05 XWM registered?

BG05 XWM is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 12 May 2005.

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