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BJ55 WYF

2005 Ford Focus

Silver Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

89,879 mi
Last recorded89,879 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ55 WYF
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 89,879 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 24 Oct 2025 89,877 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 87,111 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre is wearing form the inside (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Oct 2023 83,997 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

g/box bush has slight play

Pass 25 Oct 2022 82,253 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 80,207 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 78,238 miles

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 13 Oct 2020 78,238 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Apr 2019 74,710 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 73,949 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2018 73,949 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 26 Apr 2017 73,383 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 70,572 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Nov 2015 63,247 miles

coil springs corroded

Pass 20 Nov 2014 53,350 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2014 53,350 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 43,147 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 35,097 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 28,322 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 20,535 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 11,530 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 8,417 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 8,044 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 WYF is a 2005 Ford Focus in Silver with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 WYF, 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 BJ55 WYF registered?

BJ55 WYF is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 7 November 2005.

Is BJ55 WYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ55 WYF shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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