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BG05 XXM

2005 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jun 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

124,951 mi
Last recorded124,951 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2017 124,951 miles

both sides front lower wishbone inner bushes deteriorated

eml on

rear closing sills and outersills corroded

tyre size: 225/40r18 92w xl

Fail 23 May 2017 124,728 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

both sides front lower wishbone inner bushes deteriorated

rear closing sills and outersills corroded

tyre size: 225/40r18 92w xl

Pass 24 May 2016 117,884 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 117,729 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

EML light on.

Pass 14 Apr 2015 110,096 miles

225/.40/18/w xl

bonnet damaged

nearside front shock absorber damp

nearside front tyre worn to limit and outer sidewall damaged and cut

nearside rear tyre worn to limit and perished badly

Fail 8 Apr 2015 110,002 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

225/.40/18/w xl

bonnet damaged

nearside front shock absorber damp

nearside front tyre worn to limit and outer sidewall damaged and cut

nearside rear tyre worn to limit and perished badly

Pass 30 Jan 2014 100,725 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 30 Jan 2014 100,725 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 92,322 miles

Nearside front tyre has cracks in sidewall

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Dec 2011 83,374 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 74,121 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 63,348 miles

damp patch under bonnet no leaks found

Pass 23 Jun 2008 53,018 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 XXM is a 2005 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 XXM, 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 XXM registered?

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

Is BG05 XXM safe to buy?

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