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BJ07 OVW

2007 Ford Focus

Black Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

155,685 mi
Last recorded155,685 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2019
Typical for 2007 Ford Focus74,402 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ07 OVW
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2019 155,685 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2019 155,685 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2018 147,080 miles

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

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

exhaust heat shield insecure.

Fail 31 May 2018 147,080 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

exhaust heat shield insecure.

Pass 1 Jun 2017 140,471 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 140,471 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 May 2016 131,115 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 123,954 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 120,306 miles

Front brake discs slightly corroded on inner edge.

Pass 11 May 2013 114,977 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 110,676 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 105,641 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Fail 2 Jun 2011 105,641 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2010 87,325 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 87,321 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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BJ07 OVW is a 2007 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BJ07 OVW, 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 BJ07 OVW registered?

BJ07 OVW is a 2007 Ford Focus, first registered on 15 May 2007.

Is BJ07 OVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ07 OVW shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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