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BJ55 XUA

2005 Ford Focus

Grey Petrol 1596cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

82,374 mi
Last recorded82,374 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Ford Focus74,404 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ55 XUA
MakeFord
ModelFocus
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,596cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2016 82,374 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 79,262 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 74,589 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2013 68,847 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 19 Nov 2013 68,847 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 1 Dec 2012 61,214 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2012 61,214 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 50,808 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 36,753 miles

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

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

offside rear tyre weak/cracking

Fail 28 Nov 2009 26,168 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 Nov 2009 26,168 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 20,992 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 20,874 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2008 20,872 miles

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

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

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 XUA is a 2005 Ford Focus in Grey with a 1,596cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 XUA, 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 XUA registered?

BJ55 XUA is a 2005 Ford Focus, first registered on 27 October 2005.

Is BJ55 XUA safe to buy?

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