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BJ05 RMV

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

117,854 mi
Last recorded117,854 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2017
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2017 117,854 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2017 117,854 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 114,349 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2016 114,347 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low BOTH (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 28 Mar 2015 109,611 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 104,315 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 104,315 miles

Front Electrical wiring damaged, likely to cause a short (1.9.2b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/r tyre inner edge low

Pass 30 Mar 2013 97,652 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 92,401 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 80,422 miles

Nearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2011 80,422 miles

Nearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 66,532 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2009 52,513 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 34,630 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 RMV is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 BJ05 RMV, 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.

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What year was BJ05 RMV registered?

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

Is BJ05 RMV safe to buy?

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