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BG05 XYR

2005 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

193,255 mi
Last recorded193,255 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 XYR
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2018 193,255 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 179,479 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush main D bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 164,221 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 150,509 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 138,650 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 138,625 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

exhust boxes deteriorated

Pass 13 Sep 2013 121,551 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 101,986 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 83,700 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 70,004 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 60,585 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 60,585 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2008 57,507 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2008 57,507 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 XYR is a 2005 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 XYR, 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 XYR registered?

BG05 XYR is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 26 May 2005.

Is BG05 XYR safe to buy?

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