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BG05 YCZ

2005 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1388cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

65,046 mi
Last recorded65,046 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 YCZ
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,388cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 65,046 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

handbrake just met performance may need attention shortly

outer sill covers fitted both sides

Fail 29 May 2026 65,044 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

outer sill covers fitted both sides

Pass 27 May 2025 60,642 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))

Pass 17 May 2024 58,362 miles
Fail 17 May 2024 58,362 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 May 2023 55,918 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 53,200 miles
Fail 10 May 2022 53,200 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 6 May 2021 50,398 miles
Pass 15 May 2020 49,409 miles
Fail 13 May 2020 49,402 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 May 2019 47,653 miles

Both rear tyres slightly misshaped

Pass 24 May 2018 45,154 miles
Fail 24 May 2018 45,154 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2017 42,810 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 40,320 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 40,320 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 May 2015 37,866 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 35,339 miles
Pass 25 May 2013 32,993 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 30,690 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 27,851 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 24 May 2010 25,090 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 20,708 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2009 20,708 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 14,793 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 YCZ is a 2005 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,388cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 YCZ, 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 YCZ registered?

BG05 YCZ is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 28 May 2005.

Is BG05 YCZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG05 YCZ shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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