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BJ55 CXV

2005 Ford Focus

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests28 (18 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

77,069 mi
Last recorded77,069 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ55 CXV
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

18 pass 10 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 77,069 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust and fuel tank heatshield loose

Rear Rear axle corroding

Pass 4 Jul 2025 75,095 miles

Rear Exhaust heatshield loose

Fail 26 Jun 2025 75,024 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust heatshield loose

Pass 7 Aug 2023 55,088 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2023 55,088 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 54,231 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2022 54,231 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 53,486 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 52,893 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2020 52,893 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2019 52,001 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2019 52,000 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2018 50,382 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 49,124 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 47,605 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 47,605 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Aug 2015 45,086 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 42,033 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 42,033 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 38,626 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 38,626 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 35,546 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 32,734 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Sep 2011 32,734 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 30,171 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 30,171 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 26,729 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 23,163 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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BJ55 CXV is a 2005 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 BJ55 CXV, 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 BJ55 CXV registered?

BJ55 CXV is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 27 September 2005.

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