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BJ55 MDO

2005 Ford Focus

Black Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

139,257 mi
Last recorded139,257 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2019
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ55 MDO
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2019 139,257 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

coolant level very low

Pass 27 Oct 2018 130,981 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear o/s n/s and inner sills and rear coil springs (5.3.6 (a) (i))

service brake efficiency only just met it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 4 Nov 2017 119,373 miles

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

service brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

Pass 8 Oct 2016 106,958 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all round (3.5.1g)

Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush o/s n/s (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement o/s n/s (2.4.G.2)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and rear o/s n/s (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 98,942 miles

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive O/S N/S (2.4.A.3)

Rear coil spring corroded O/S N/S (2.4.C.1b)

service brake efficiency only just met it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 20 Oct 2014 90,768 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 84,601 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 78,254 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 10 Oct 2012 78,254 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 70,285 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2011 70,089 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

nearside rear tyre inner side wall has a split running 60 to 70% not deep enought to reach cords

Pass 13 Oct 2010 58,932 miles

Tyres are cracking on inner and outer walls

Pass 27 Oct 2009 47,722 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 44,146 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 41,592 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 MDO is a 2005 Ford Focus in Black with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BJ55 MDO, 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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BJ55 MDO is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 3 November 2005.

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