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BG55 OPW

2005 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2017
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

103,521 mi
Last recorded103,521 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 OPW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2016 103,521 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 95,903 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2014 86,732 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 77,383 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 67,335 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 58,640 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 46,363 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Jan 2009 32,773 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 32,773 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 30,754 miles

bonnet damaged at time of test

rear bumper damaged no sharp edges at time of test

rear number plate starting to seperate

rear tyres feathered on edges 2mm on outer edges

various scuffs and scrathes to body at time of test

Fail 29 Sep 2008 30,754 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

bonnet damaged at time of test

rear bumper damaged no sharp edges at time of test

rear number plate starting to seperate

rear tyres feathered on edges 2mm on outer edges

various scuffs and scrathes to body at time of test

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 OPW is a 2005 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 OPW, 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 OPW registered?

BG55 OPW is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 29 October 2005.

Is BG55 OPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG55 OPW shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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