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BJ55 XAT

2005 Ford Focus

Blue Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

122,674 mi
Last recorded122,674 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ55 XAT
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2016 122,674 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2016 122,674 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit heavy wear inner edge just on 1.6 mm at time of test (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 107,850 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2015 107,849 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 86,617 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 71,687 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front and rear tyres close to 3mm tread

nearside front tyre slightly deteriorated

Fail 28 Feb 2013 71,687 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front and rear tyres close to 3mm tread

nearside front tyre slightly deteriorated

Pass 2 Mar 2012 62,941 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 62,874 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2010 48,960 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2009 36,077 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2008 28,829 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 XAT is a 2005 Ford Focus in Blue with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 XAT, 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 XAT registered?

BJ55 XAT is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 20 October 2005.

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