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BG57 RZD

2007 Ford Focus

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

142,262 mi
Last recorded142,262 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2023
Typical for 2007 Ford Focus74,402 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG57 RZD
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2023 142,262 miles

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust system corroded

rear suspension and components have age related corrosion

Pass 18 Dec 2021 133,716 miles

corrosion on coil springs

Pass 18 Jan 2021 123,923 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2019 122,597 miles

Engine mount deteriorated

Exhaust heat shield deteriorated / insecure

Front brakes worn

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

Windscreen washers need adjustment

Fail 22 Nov 2019 122,587 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Engine mount deteriorated

Exhaust heat shield deteriorated / insecure

Front brakes worn

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

Windscreen washers need adjustment

Pass 23 Nov 2018 119,583 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 23 Nov 2018 119,580 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 22 Nov 2017 113,811 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear n/s+o/s (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 104,415 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 21 Nov 2016 104,415 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 95,060 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 86,177 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 24 Nov 2014 86,177 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

n/s+o/s front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 20 Nov 2013 75,964 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 66,290 miles

centre exhaust corroded

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 29 Nov 2011 57,233 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 57,233 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Nov 2010 48,805 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

child seat fitted in nearside rear position

engine covers fitted tested as presented

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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BG57 RZD is a 2007 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 BG57 RZD, 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 BG57 RZD registered?

BG57 RZD is a 2007 Ford Focus, first registered on 26 November 2007.

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