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BJ05 HCG

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

85,562 mi
Last recorded85,562 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2020
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 HCG
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2020 85,562 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Dec 2020 85,560 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2019 79,927 miles

under body showing slight corrosion

Fail 17 Dec 2019 79,927 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

under body showing slight corrosion

Pass 19 Dec 2018 73,858 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2017 65,278 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 56,536 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 46,027 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2015 46,027 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Dec 2014 39,229 miles

nearside front tyre tread worn to wear limit (1.6mm).

offside front tyre tread worn close to wear limit (2.5mm).

Pass 13 Mar 2014 30,395 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 18,534 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2013 18,534 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 6 Mar 2012 8,292 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2012 8,292 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 7,232 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2010 6,616 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 5,800 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 5,300 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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BJ05 HCG is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 BJ05 HCG, 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

How do I check the history of BJ05 HCG?

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What year was BJ05 HCG registered?

BJ05 HCG is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is BJ05 HCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ05 HCG shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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