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BJ05 TLK

2005 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

91,689 mi
Last recorded91,689 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2021
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 TLK
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2021 91,689 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2021 91,689 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 83,960 miles

Slight damage osf mirror

Fail 9 Nov 2020 83,960 miles

Slight damage osf mirror

Nearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2019 78,873 miles

Minor corrosion to body and suspension

Fail 2 May 2019 78,871 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Minor corrosion to body and suspension

Oil filter rusty

Pass 26 Apr 2018 77,608 miles

EML light indicates a fault

Key entry mechanism for bonnet badly worn

Pass 27 Apr 2017 74,223 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 Apr 2016 68,798 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2016 68,798 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Apr 2015 66,325 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 63,600 miles

Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 3 Apr 2013 59,040 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 52,420 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2011 42,318 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 33,074 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 21,970 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2008 15,226 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 TLK is a 2005 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 BJ05 TLK, 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 BJ05 TLK registered?

BJ05 TLK is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 15 April 2005.

Is BJ05 TLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ05 TLK shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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