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BG55 OHX

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

184,103 mi
Last recorded184,103 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 OHX
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2018 184,103 miles

Oil leak engine ()

Fail 5 Mar 2018 184,103 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb not fitted correctly (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported two hangers detatched (7.1.1)

Oil leak engine ()

Pass 2 Feb 2017 169,938 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 2 Feb 2017 169,938 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2015 156,158 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 12 Dec 2015 156,158 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Dec 2014 146,620 miles

Both rear wheel bearings noisey

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Dec 2013 131,132 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2013 131,132 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2012 114,521 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 20 Dec 2012 114,519 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 101,778 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 82,426 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 82,426 miles

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

Pass 21 Oct 2009 66,957 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2008 52,371 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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BG55 OHX is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 BG55 OHX, 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 BG55 OHX registered?

BG55 OHX is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 15 November 2005.

Is BG55 OHX safe to buy?

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