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BG55 OLK

2005 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

145,368 mi
Last recorded145,368 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 OLK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2019 145,368 miles

Exhaust heat shield slightly loose

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Trailing arm bush (most front) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Reverse lamp not working

Pass 13 Dec 2018 141,293 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2018 141,293 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 139,162 miles

both n/s tyres where low on pressure (rear 10 ib) inflated

centre exhaust heat shield is lose

exhaust is rusty

front discs are worn and pads appear 50% worn n/s

front lower arm bushes are perished

oil is overfilled

rear of vehicle is rusty

Pass 21 Dec 2016 134,000 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2016 133,976 miles

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

Pass 8 Dec 2015 125,677 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 117,329 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 106,639 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

engine fault light on

Pass 20 Nov 2012 96,062 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 90,421 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2010 81,205 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2009 65,526 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 48,403 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2008 48,403 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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 OLK is a 2005 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BG55 OLK, 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 BG55 OLK registered?

BG55 OLK is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 9 November 2005.

Is BG55 OLK safe to buy?

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