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BG07 HVN

2007 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2024
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

126,550 mi
Last recorded126,550 miles
Recorded on15 May 2023
Typical for 2007 Ford Focus74,402 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG07 HVN
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 May 2023 126,550 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 120,417 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2021 114,744 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front / rear (0.1 (b))

Fail 25 May 2021 114,744 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front / rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 May 2020 111,381 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 22 May 2020 111,381 miles

Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 17 May 2019 106,256 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 106,216 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2018 101,103 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 May 2017 93,522 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2016 84,136 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 75,364 miles
Fail 23 May 2015 75,363 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 May 2014 65,555 miles
Fail 17 May 2014 65,466 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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Fail 7 May 2013 55,164 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 May 2013 55,164 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 45,544 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 35,698 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 24,592 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2010 24,952 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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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BG07 HVN is a 2007 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2007 Ford Focus models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 74,402 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 BG07 HVN, 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 19 years old, this Ford Focus is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BG07 HVN registered?

BG07 HVN is a 2007 Ford Focus, first registered on 4 May 2007.

Is BG07 HVN safe to buy?

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