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BG56 OSM

2007 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

110,974 mi
Last recorded110,974 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2007 Ford Focus74,402 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG56 OSM
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 110,974 miles

Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil close to failing test (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement close to failing test (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

mid exhaust heat shields loose

nearside front wheel arch corroded

offside front tyre worn

parking brake effort low

Fail 16 Jun 2026 110,823 miles

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Coil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil close to failing test (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement close to failing test (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

mid exhaust heat shields loose

nearside front wheel arch corroded

offside front tyre worn

parking brake effort low

Pass 4 Jun 2025 106,899 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2024 104,580 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Jun 2024 104,580 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 102,771 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jun 2022 101,647 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2021 99,793 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2021 99,793 miles

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (4.10 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2020 97,678 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2020 97,678 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2019 95,058 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2018 92,393 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2017 89,498 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 86,014 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 83,636 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 83,636 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Jan 2014 64,638 miles

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

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

front tyres worn low

Pass 7 Jan 2013 55,975 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2011 46,368 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 37,955 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 31,038 miles

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

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

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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BG56 OSM is a 2007 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 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 BG56 OSM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG56 OSM registered?

BG56 OSM is a 2007 Ford Focus, first registered on 15 January 2007.

Is BG56 OSM safe to buy?

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